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Sep 2023
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Inflation nears the Fed target?

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The Fed’s favorite inflation gauge falls below 4% for the first time in two years. (0:15) Bill Ackman says keep shorting Treasuries after worst month this year. (2:07) GameStop’s Cohen calls for ‘extreme frugality.’ (4:10)

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Stocks in midst of worst seasonals, but things look up for Q4 - Goldman
Blue Apron skyrockets 121% after landing buyout offer from Marc Lore's Wonder Group
Nvidia offices in France raided over suspected anti-competition practices

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