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Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.The union representing 33,000 striking Boeing machinists said on Saturday that it had reached a tentative agreement to end a month-long work stoppage that has crippled the plane maker.The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, which represents Boeing staff, told members in a statement that it had received a “negotiated proposal” that “is worthy of your consideration”. Members will vote on whether to end the strike by ratifying the contract on Wednesday, the same day that Boeing is due to report…

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This article was written byFollow**Effective 8/20/2023 the in-depth retirement article series for John & Jane will be available in video format on YouTube. Please consider watching, commenting, and subscribing as I expand on my analysis. I am trying to keep the videos about 30 minutes or less but hope they will be even more interesting for those who have enjoyed the articles. I will still post shortened updates from time-to-time that comply with the rules Seeking Alpha would like me to follow that do not have the same level of depth.https://www.youtube.com/@consistentdividendinvestor/featuredGraduated in 2011 with degrees in Pre-Law and Business Administration…

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Another 60,000 student loan borrowers will receive student loan relief in the coming weeks. The Biden Administration announced $4.5 billion in relief for public service workers such as nurses, teachers and social workers. The relief comes as a fix to the original Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The program was initially signed into law by George W. Bush in 2007 to give non-profit and government employees loan forgiveness after 10 years in the workforce.”Before President Biden and Vice President Harris entered the White House, the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program was so riddled by dysfunction that just 7,000 Americans…

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Many pre-retirees and retirees make serious mistakes regarding their retirement income and spending for living expenses. This is very understandable, since building sources of lifetime retirement income can be complicated and beyond someone’s skill set. Preparing retirement budgets can also be time consuming and frustrating. As a result, either you might spend too much, which increases your chance of running out money, or you’re very cautious and might spend less than you could have and miss out on fully enjoying your retirement. Let’s look at seven spending mistakes you might make and some strategies to address them. First, however, let’s…

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Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the War in Ukraine myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox.The US is willing to provide up to $20bn as part of a G7 loan to Ukraine that will be repaid with profits generated by Russia’s frozen assets, according to three people familiar with the matter.The talks over the loan are accelerating as western officials want to provide funding to Kyiv before the end of the year, conscious that if Donald Trump wins the US election in November, Washington’s aid to Ukraine could be cut off.G7 countries have been locked in…

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OceanFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:OCFC) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 18, 2024 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Alfred Goon – Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor RelationsChristopher Maher – Chairman and Chief Executive OfficerJoseph Lebel – President and Chief Operating OfficerPatrick Barrett – Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Frank Schiraldi – Piper SandlerDaniel Tamayo – Raymond JamesTim Switzer – KBWDavid Bishop – HovdeMatthew Breese – StephensManuel Navas – D.A. DavidsonChristopher Marinac – JMS Operator Good morning, and thank you all for attending the OceanFirst Financial Corp. Third Quarter ’24 Earnings Release Conference Call. My…

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Since January 1, 2023, there has been a cap on insulin for Medicare beneficiaries. The cap applies to those who have Part D prescription drug coverage, whether through a stand-alone plan or as part of a Medicare Advantage plan. (The cap also applies to insulin administered via a pump under Part B, medical insurance.) Part D enrollees will pay no more than $35 for “an insulin that is included on a Part D sponsor’s formulary.” The plan’s deductible does not apply. The cost is the same at preferred or standard pharmacies Part D plans can add or remove medications from…

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Unlock the US Election Countdown newsletter for freeThe stories that matter on money and politics in the race for the White HouseUS federal prosecutors have charged an Indian government official with orchestrating a plot to murder a Sikh activist in New York City. The move threatens to escalate tensions with New Delhi just days after Canada expelled six diplomats in a bitter dispute over an extrajudicial killing.The Department of Justice said Vikash Yadav, described as a “senior field officer” in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration, directed a “murder-for-hire” scheme from India. According to the DoJ, the plot involved paying a…

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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 17, 2024 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Brandon Lamb – Investor RelationsGary Guthart – Chief Executive OfficerDave Rosa – PresidentJamie Samath – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Travis Steed – Bank of AmericaLarry Biegelsen – Wells FargoRobbie Marcus – JPMorganDavid Roman – Goldman SachsRick Wise – StifelAdam Maeder – Piper SandlerBrandon Vazquez – William BlairMatt Miksic – Barclays Operator Thank you everyone for standing by and welcome to the Intuitive Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Release. Now at this time all participants are on a listen-only mode. Later we will…

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