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Meet Michael Boulos, Trump's son-in-law with Nigerian roots

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by: CNET

Work Remotely? You Might Not Qualify for a Home Office Tax Deduction

If you're a W-2 remote employee hired for a period of time to complete ongoing work on a company's payroll, you probably can't claim the home office deduction.* So even if your boss gave you the green light to handle Zoom meetings in your guest room or kitchen, the only real benefit you get is that you can work in your pajamas.

by: cfodive

Costco's 'voice': The long goodbye

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People In These 8 Careers Are Now Considered The Most Attractive

Research shows people who are single or casually dating have some strong preferences when it comes to their dates' professional status.

by: AOL

A new DEI fault line is being drawn in Silicon Valley

Google is backing away from diversity hiring targets, setting up a stark divide in Silicon Valley as corporate DEI goals come under intensifying scrutiny from Washington, D.C.

by: Fortune

A top business consultant says that Trump's trade policies are forcing business leaders build 'tariff war rooms'

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by: Reuters

Bessent's focus on 10-year US Treasury yield may let Fed off the hook

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by: Kiplinger

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by: aseanbriefing

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by: Forbes

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by: MSN

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by: Forbes

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by: Kiplinger

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by: AOL

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by: Reuters

US banks raise equity to jumpstart deals, bolster balance sheets

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by: cnbctv18

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by: MSN

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by: Kiplinger

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by: Forbes

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by: MSN

NJ companies worry consumers will spend less due to fear of Trump's tariffs

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by: MSN

Bill aims to improve telecommunications near New Mexico's southern border

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by: Forbes

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by: Kiplinger

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by: Forbes

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: Forbes

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by: MSN

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by: Forbes

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Interest rates live: Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.5% but UK growth downgraded

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

NJ companies worry about softening demand due to fear of Trump's tariffs

Economic uncertainty can lead to an economic slowdown, as people pull back on spending, worried about higher prices, experts say
  • Fri, February 7, 2025

by: cnbctv18

Tweaks suggested to RBI's draft project finance rules by IBA, govt: Sources

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by: cnbctv18

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Czech approves Bitcoin tax exemption for long-term holders

NJ companies worry about softening demand due to fear of Trump's tariffs

Economic uncertainty can lead to an economic slowdown, as people pull back on spending, worried about higher prices, experts say
The article from MSN discusses concerns among New Jersey companies about the potential impact of former President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs if he were to return to office. Trump has suggested implementing a 10% tariff on all imports and a 60% tariff on Chinese goods, which could lead to increased costs for businesses and consumers. This has raised alarms about softening demand as companies fear that higher prices could deter consumer spending. The article highlights that these tariffs could disrupt supply chains, increase the cost of goods, and potentially lead to retaliatory measures from other countries, affecting New Jersey's economy which relies heavily on international trade. Business leaders are particularly worried about the uncertainty and the potential for a trade war, which could stifle economic growth and investment in the region.

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