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Sandstorm Gold Ltd provides financing to companies engaged in gold mining through the gold stream and royalty. Geographically, the company has operational footprints in North America, South & Central America, Africa, and Asia & Australia. The firm's royalties include Hod Maden, Santa Elena, Chapada, Platreef, Greenstone, and Cerro Moro.

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SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Saturday expressed optimism for rival rocket maker Boeing Space (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) under its new CEO, hours after NASA announced that the astronauts who went to space aboard Boeing&#8217;s Starliner <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40541938/nasa-chooses-spacex-over-boeing-for-stranded-astronauts-return-starliners-future-in-doubt">would return via a SpaceX vehicle</a>.
What Happened: &#8220;The new Boeing CEO is spending time in the factories. That is the right thing to do,&#8221; Musk said. The new Boeing CEO, Kelly Ortberg, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40282460/boeings-new-ceo-kelly-ortberg-shifts-base-to-seattle-amid-airplane-makers-safety-crisis">took the reins of the company </a>from Dave Calhoun earlier this month. Ortberg then said that he would be based in Seattle, close to the company&#8217;s manufacturing facilities in Renton.
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&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1827497171899285803?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Musk&#8217;s comment on Boeing comes hours after NASA announced that it would return the two astronauts who went to space via Boeing&#8217;s Starliner spacecraft- Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore- via a SpaceX vehicle in February. The Starliner spacecraft would return to Earth by itself in early September, the agency said, citing its commitment to safety. 
Why It Matters: Williams and Wilmore launched into space on June 5 aboard&nbsp;Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Though the two were supposed to return in about eight days, technical issues identified with the spacecraft while docking delayed the return journey.&nbsp;
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft has been marred by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/05/38659763/boeings-starliner-crewed-test-flight-postponed-due-to-technical-issue-continuing-challenges-in-s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">several delays</a>&nbsp;since the start. The spacecraft was supposed to have its first uncrewed test flight in 2015 which was delayed up to 2019. The spacecraft then failed to achieve its intended orbit. In 2022, the spacecraft completed its first successful uncrewed flight to the International Space Station.
Musk in May pegged the delay at Boeing on "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38664485/spacex-ceo-elon-musk-blames-boeings-starliner-delay-on-too-many-non-technical-managers">too many non-technical managers</a>" at the company, reiterating his opinion that manufacturing companies should have engineers at the management level. 
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Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio.) on Saturday suggested that if former President Donald Trump were to return to the White House, he would veto a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/04/38150115/donald-trump-backs-away-from-national-abortion-ban-this-is-all-about-the-will-of-the-people">federal abortion ban.</a>
What Happened: Vance, the Republican nominee for vice president, made the statement during an interview with NBC News. &#8220;I think he would,&#8221; Vance said, adding that Trump had explicitly stated this.
Vance, in the same discussion, stressed the importance of focusing on Trump&#8217;s actual remarks on abortion, and how they contrast with the Democrats&#8217; allegations. &#8220;Donald Trump wants to end this culture war over this particular topic,&#8221; Vance asserted.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">WATCH: Trump running mate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) commits to not imposing a federal abortion ban.<a href="https://twitter.com/kwelkernbc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kwelkernbc</a>: "If such a piece of legislation landed on Donald Trump&#39;s desk, would he veto it?"<a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JDVance</a>: "I think he would. He said that explicitly that he would." <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MTP?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MTP</a> <a href="https://t.co/wAY888A9TL">pic.twitter.com/wAY888A9TL</a>
&mdash; Meet the Press (@MeetThePress) <a href="https://twitter.com/MeetThePress/status/1827473548853616804?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2024</a></blockquote>
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This comment was in response to Trump&#8217;s earlier proclamation in April, where he affirmed he wouldn&#8217;t endorse a nationwide abortion ban.
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Trump had earlier hailed the reversal of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/22/06/27844012/breaking-supreme-court-overturns-roe-v-wade">Roe v. Wade</a> as a &#8220;remarkable achievement&#8221; and voiced his support for states determining their own abortion laws. &#8220;Now the states have it, and the states are putting out what they want. It&#8217;s the will of the people,&#8221; he stated.
Despite this, Democrats have voiced doubts about Trump&#8217;s assertion. Vice President Kamala Harris, in a social media post, expressed that if Trump were to reclaim the presidency, &#8220;we know he will sign a national abortion ban.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Trump hand-picked three members of the Supreme Court because he intended for them to overturn Roe v Wade—as he intended, they did. If he is re-elected, we know he will sign a national abortion ban. As President, I will restore reproductive freedom.
&mdash; Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) <a href="https://twitter.com/KamalaHarris/status/1827459367920185795?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: The debate arises as Democrats strive to link Trump with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39654177/trump-distances-himself-from-project-2025-amid-rising-controversy-i-know-nothing">Project 2025</a>, a conservative think tank&#8217;s comprehensive &#8220;governing agenda&#8221; that proposes to withdraw the Food and Drug Administration&#8217;s (FDA) approval of an abortion drug named mifepristone. Trump has refuted any awareness of Project 2025, despite claims of at least 140 former Trump administration members participating in the project.
The crucial abortion debate is expected to fuel division within the Republican party. Trump&#8217;s hesitancy in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/23/03/31262345/florida-republicans-propose-six-week-abortion-ban-further-narrowing-abortion-access" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">endorsing nationwide limitations</a>&nbsp;would place him directly in opposition to influential figures in the anti-abortion movement who are advocating for federal measures. Trump himself has acknowledged that the Republican Party&#8217;s stance on abortion has been detrimental to its electoral success, suggesting that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39198912/trump-feels-stance-on-abortion-hurt-the-republican-party-theyve-never-understood-how-to-talk-about-i">the party has never understood</a> how to talk about it.
Meanwhile, philanthropist Melinda French Gates has emphasized the importance of this issue, stating that she cannot vote for a candidate who rolls back women&#8217;s reproductive rights. &#8220;I <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39392292/melinda-french-gates-voting-for-biden-not-trump-in-2024-election-cannot-vote-for-a-man-who-rolls-bac">cannot vote for a man </a>who rolls back women&#8217;s reproductive rights and says the heinous things he does about women.&#8221;
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Elon Musk recently conducted a poll on X to gauge the political leanings of its users, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39872015/teslas-elon-musk-recently-pledged-a-huge-donation-to-donald-trump-and-the-ex-president-returned-the">garnering over 1.4 million responses</a>.
What Happened: On Saturday, Musk posted a poll on his X account, asking his followers in the U.S. to identify their political affiliations. 
The options provided were Democrat, Republican, and Independent. The poll, which is still open, has already received more than 1.4 million votes.
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The preliminary results show a significant lean towards the Republican Party, with 49.8% of respondents identifying as such. Independents follow closely behind at 35.3%, while Democrats trail at 14.9%.
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Why It Matters: Musk&#8217;s poll provides an interesting snapshot of the current political climate in the U.S. The high participation rate suggests a high level of political engagement among Musk&#8217;s followers, who are likely to be tech-savvy and forward-thinking individuals. 
The results so far indicate a shift towards the GOP, which could have implications for future elections and policy decisions.
It&#8217;s worth noting that Twitter polls are not scientific and the results should be taken with a grain of caution. However, they can provide valuable insights into the sentiments of a specific demographic, in this case, followers of Elon Musk.
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Nicole Shanahan invested a staggering $19 million of her own money into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.&#8217;s failed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40429580/kamala-harris-and-donald-trump-push-economic-agendas-as-election-nears">presidential campaign</a>.
What Happened: Shanahan, Kennedy&#8217;s running mate, made a hefty contribution to their campaign. This included a $4 million donation to a pro-Kennedy super PAC. Kennedy is believed to have selected Shanahan as his running mate largely because of her ability to help finance the campaign.
Despite her financial support, Kennedy announced on Friday that he was suspending his campaign and endorsing former President Donald Trump.
In an interview <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAqVn5lRdes">on</a> the &#8220;Impact Theory&#8221; podcast, Shanahan voiced her concerns about potentially drawing votes away from Trump. 
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&#8220;I did not put in tens of millions of dollars to be a spoiler candidate, I put in tens of millions of dollars to win to, to fix this country,&#8221; she said. 
&#8220;There&#8217;s two options that we&#8217;re looking at and one is staying in, forming that new party, but we run the risk of a Kamala Harris and Walz presidency because we draw votes from Trump, or we draw somehow more votes from Trump,&#8221; added Shanahan in the interview. 
Shanahan&#8217;s wealth, which includes a reported $1 billion from her divorce from former Alphabet co-founder Sergey Brin, enabled her to be one of the most significant self-funding candidates of the 2024 cycle, as noted by Bloomberg News. 
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However, her substantial investment did not result in electoral success for Kennedy.
Why It Matters: The unsuccessful campaign, despite the massive financial backing, highlights the unpredictable nature of political campaigns and the potential risks involved in such large-scale investments. 
Shanahan&#8217;s decision to support Kennedy&#8217;s campaign, and her subsequent concerns about drawing votes away from Trump, reflect the complex dynamics and strategic considerations involved in political funding. 
The case also underscores the fact that financial backing, even when substantial, does not guarantee electoral success.
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Police have apprehended 66-year-old Ronald Lee Syvrud of Cochise County, Arizona, who is accused of threatening to kill <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Donald Trump</a>.
The arrest occurred during a manhunt that took place while Trump was visiting Arizona this week.
Authorities say Syvrud made death threats against Trump in social media posts over the past two weeks, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86l4p583y6o" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> BBC.
Trump was in Cochise County on Thursday, touring the U.S.-Mexico border.
In July, Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a bullet grazed him.
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Police reported that the suspect, from Benson, Arizona, about 50 miles southeast of Tucson, was apprehended within Cochise County, as announced by the Cochise County Sheriff&#8217;s Office on Thursday afternoon.
The office stated, &#8220;This subject has been taken into custody without incident.&#8221;
During Trump&#8217;s visit, reporters asked him whether he was aware of the ongoing search for the suspect.
&#8220;No, I have not heard that, but I am not that surprised and the reason is because I want to do things that are very bad for the bad guys,&#8221; Trump said.
This is not the first threat directed at a presidential candidate this election cycle.
Earlier this month, a 66-year-old man from Virginia was arrested for allegedly threatening Harris and other public officials, BBC added.
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Kamala Harris has gained an 8-point lead over <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40429580/kamala-harris-and-donald-trump-push-economic-agendas-as-election-nears">Donald Trump in a national poll</a>.
What Happened: The poll, carried out by Bullfinch August 19-21, shows Harris with 47% support among registered voters, while Trump trails at 39%.
Ever since President Joe Biden withdrew his reelection bid, making Harris the Democratic candidate, she has outperformed Trump in most polls.
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However, the political landscape may shift. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.&#8216;s exit from the race and endorsement of Trump may boost the Republican ticket. An NBC analysis suggested that Kennedy&#8217;s withdrawal could potentially benefit Trump more than it would harm him, possibly reducing Harris&#8217; lead.
A recent poll conducted <a href="https://www.fdu.edu/news/fdu-poll-finds-race-and-gender-push-harris-above-trump-nationally/">by</a> Fairleigh Dickinson University indicates that voter preferences are significantly swayed by race and gender considerations.
The poll reveals a 7-point lead for Harris over Trump (50% to 43%). However, this lead widens considerably when voters factor in the race or gender of the candidates.
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The survey incorporated an experiment to gauge the influence of race and gender on voting choices. When voters were prompted to consider the race or gender of the candidates, Harris&#8217; lead over Trump grew. Conversely, without such prompting, support for both candidates was almost equal.
Why It Matters: The withdrawal of Kennedy from the race and his endorsement of Trump could impact the dynamics of the upcoming election.
While Harris currently holds a comfortable lead, the redistribution of Kennedy&#8217;s supporters could tighten the race.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the final lineup and potential outcome of the race.
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Trump Vs Harris: Kamala Harris Takes 8-Point Lead In New Poll, With Race And Gender Shaping Voter Preferences

Kamala Harris&#8216; address at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) significantly outperformed performed Donald Trump&#8216;s speech at the Republican National Convention (RNC) by a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40429580/kamala-harris-and-donald-trump-push-economic-agendas-as-election-nears"> whopping 22% in TV ratings</a>.
What Happened: The ratings data, which combined viewership from seven networks, revealed that Harris&#8217; speech scored a rating of 15, while Trump&#8217;s address trailed behind with a rating of 12.3. 
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Industry research firm Nielsen disclosed that the final night of the DNC averaged 26.2 million viewers across 15 networks, with Harris&#8217; speech alone pulling in 28.9 million viewers. This made the fourth night of the convention the most viewed, with viewership increasing by 30% from the previous nights.
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Trump, who is known for his fixation with ratings, had earlier predicted that the RNC&#8217;s viewership numbers would be unsurpassable by the DNC. However, the DNC outpaced the RNC&#8217;s viewership totals for each day of the conventions.
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Adding to Trump&#8217;s disappointment, the top market for Harris&#8217; speech on the final day was reported to be West Palm Beach, Florida, located adjacent to his Mar-a-Lago estate.
Why It Matters: The higher viewership for Harris&#8217; speech not only signifies her popularity but also indicates a potential shift in public sentiment towards the Democratic party. The fact that the top market for Harris&#8217; speech was West Palm Beach, Florida, a location close to Trump&#8217;s estate, could be seen as a symbolic victory for the Democrats.
These ratings could also be a reflection of the public&#8217;s interest and engagement in the upcoming elections. 
With the DNC outperforming the RNC in viewership for each day of the conventions, it suggests that the public is keenly following the political discourse and is invested in the election process.
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TV Audience For Kamala Harris' DNC Speech Surpasses Donald Trump's RNC Address By 22%

In the run-up to the highly anticipated Sept. 10 presidential debate, Mary Trump, niece of Donald Trump, has offered some strategic <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40429580/kamala-harris-and-donald-trump-push-economic-agendas-as-election-nears">advice to Vice President Kamala Harris</a>.
What Happened: Mary Trump proposed that Harris should capitalize on her prosecutorial background during the debate. Speaking <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/08/23/kamala-harris-mary-trump-debate-advice/74918685007/">with</a> USA Today, she advised Harris to concentrate on debunking her uncle&#8217;s inaccurate assertions, rather than focusing on her policy plans.
Mary Trump, a known critic of her uncle, depicted the election as a contest between a prosecutor and a criminal, a tactic that has been a key part of Harris&#8217; campaign from the start. 
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&#8220;Honestly, my advice to her would be keep doing what you&#8217;re doing. I think the setup of the prosecutor versus the criminal is right in her wheelhouse, but she has also proven not to be afraid to mock Donald because he deserves our mockery,&#8221; Mary Trump told the outlet.
Both Harris and Donald Trump have initiated their debate preparations, with Harris conducting practice debates at her alma mater, Howard University. The debate is set for Sept. 10 in Philadelphia and will be broadcast by ABC.
&#8220;I like the fact that she refers to him as &#8216;Donald&#8217; because he doesn&#8217;t deserve anybody&#8217;s respect at this point, and she will not let him get away with lying repeatedly,&#8221; she added.
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&#8220;I think she needs to understand that she&#8217;s going to have to do the job of fact-checking in real time and should focus more on uncovering Donald Trump&#8217;s nonsense by refuting his lies and underscoring just how dangerous his vision for America is, and not worry so much about outlining the Democratic party&#8217;s policy positions,&#8221; Mary Trump said.
&#8220;It will be the first time a lot of the American people actually see what a petty, small, insecure, weak man Donald Trump really is,&#8221; she added.
Why It Matters: This advice from Mary Trump comes at a crucial time as the debate could be a game-changer in the upcoming elections. Harris&#8217; background as a prosecutor could be a significant advantage in countering Donald Trump&#8217;s claims. 
The emphasis on fact-checking in real-time could also help in maintaining the integrity of the debate and ensuring that the focus remains on substantial issues rather than unfounded claims. 
The upcoming debate is eagerly awaited as it could potentially shape the narrative for the rest of the campaign.
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Mary Trump Offers Debate Strategy For Kamala Harris: Let People 'See What A Petty, Small, Insecure, Weak Man Donald Trump Really Is'

Two astronauts who have been at the International Space Station since early June will return aboard a SpaceX vehicle rather than the Boeing Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40386891/nasa-to-finalize-decision-on-return-of-sunita-williams-butch-wilmore-from-iss-by-late-august-says-bo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">spacecraft that transported them there</a>.
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson announced on Saturday that astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams will stay in orbit until early next year, when they will return aboard a SpaceX spacecraft, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.wsj.com/science/space-astronomy/nasa-taps-spacex-to-return-starliner-astronauts-dealing-blow-to-boeing-0d267d07" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> The Wall Street Journal.
This decision is a blow to Boeing, which spent years developing the Starliner vehicle that carried the astronauts to the space station on June 6.
During the flight, multiple thrusters temporarily malfunctioned, and engineers discovered further helium leaks in its propulsion system, The Wall Street Journal added.
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In the weeks following, NASA and Boeing have debated whether the vehicle&#8217;s issues would pose any risks if it were to return the astronauts to Earth.
Opting for SpaceX to return Wilmore and Williams will extend their ISS stay to about eight months, far beyond the original eight-day mission planned for testing Starliner, with a return initially set for mid-June.
Nelson mentioned that he had discussed the Starliner issues with Boeing&#8217;s new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, who reaffirmed the company&#8217;s commitment to addressing the vehicle&#8217;s challenges.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Mark Nappi, a Boeing vice president managing Starliner, informed employees that the decision was disappointing.
Boeing had previously asserted that data from their and NASA&#8217;s evaluations indicated Starliner was safe for the return flight.
Nappi conveyed that Boeing is prepared to implement the necessary steps to align with NASA&#8217;s revised plan, emphasizing that their top priority is ensuring the safety of both the crew and the spacecraft.
NASA&#8217;s decision to not permit Boeing to attempt the return of Williams and Wilmore is likely to spark concerns about the future of the Starliner program.
Boeing has invested over a decade and reported losses exceeding $1.4 billion due to delays caused by software issues, sticky valves, and problems with the spacecraft&#8217;s parachute system, The Wall Street Journal added.
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The Federal Reserve is expected reduce its benchmark interest rate from a 23-year high next month, affecting consumer debt, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40541128/fed-chair-powells-signal-sets-stage-for-rate-global-central-banks-hint-at-interest-rate-cuts-in-revi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">savings, auto loans and mortgages</a>.
Experts currently predict three quarter-point reductions in September, November, and December, with the potential for deeper cuts, <a href="https://fortune.com/2024/08/23/fed-rate-cuts-personal-finance-cd-bonds-auto-loans-mortgages-credit-card-debt-borrowing/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> Fortune.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell indicated in his keynote speech at the Fed&#8217;s annual conference in Jackson Hole that it is time for the Fed to start lowering interest rates, emphasizing that the specifics of the rate cuts will be influenced by new data, future forecasts, and risk assessments.
Given Powell&#8217;s comments and recent economic trends, the central bank is anticipated to reduce its key rate by a quarter-point at next month&#8217;s meeting, with further cuts likely in the subsequent months.
Effect On Mortgages
Although the Federal Reserve&#8217;s benchmark rate doesn&#8217;t directly determine mortgage rates, it does influence them, with both typically moving in tandem, noted LendingTree senior economist Jacob Channel.
He added that mortgage rates have recently fallen in anticipation of the Fed&#8217;s expected rate cut, Fortune added.
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&#8220;It goes to show that even when the Fed isn&#8217;t doing anything and just holding steady, mortgage rates can still move,&#8221; Channel said.
Melissa Cohn, regional vice president at William Raveis Mortgage, agreed, emphasizing that the key factor is the signal the Fed is sending to the market, rather than the rate change itself.
Impact On Savers And Credit Card Debts
Greg McBride, chief credit analyst at Bankrate, advises savers to secure favorable yields now before the anticipated rate cuts start, Fortune added. &#8220;For those who might be looking at&nbsp;Certificates of Deposit&nbsp;or bonds — you want to jump on that now,&#8221; he said.
&#8220;Your credit card bill is not going to plunge the day after the next Fed meeting,&#8221; cautions LendingTree chief credit analyst Matt Schulz.
&#8220;Nobody should expect miracles,&#8221; the report read.
Nevertheless, as the benchmark rate falls, borrowers can eventually expect more favorable rates, especially since many are dealing with some of the highest credit card interest rates in decades.
WalletHub&#8217;s August Credit Card Landscape Report shows average rates of 23.18% for new offers and 21.51% for existing accounts.
Effect On Inflation &amp; Job Market
Recent government reports show that consumer prices increased by just 2.9% in July compared to the previous year, marking the smallest rise in over three years, Fortune added.
However, recent employment data raises concerns: July&#8217;s hiring was significantly lower than anticipated, and the unemployment rate has climbed to 4.3%, the highest in three years, indicating economic weakness. On the other hand, strong retail sales have eased recession worries.
The Federal Reserve&#8217;s future rate cuts will partly depend on the developments in inflation and the job market over the coming weeks and months.
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The idea of not having to pay rent while working a job might sound like a great perk. One flight attendant did just that and now lives a &#8220;dream life&#8221; thanks to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/airlines">the airline industry. </a>
What Happened:&nbsp;To be able to travel around the world&nbsp;is a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/06/32853534/this-millennial-ditched-us-for-bali-with-zero-savings-now-lives-in-luxury-on-140k-a-year" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">dream come true</a>.
Thirty-three-year-old&nbsp;Alexandra Cosoff&nbsp;has done just that, leaving Queensland, Australia, to serve as a flight attendant for Emirates. Cosoff lives in Dubai&nbsp;but hasn't paid rent in ten years.
Cosoff enjoys a "generous benefit package" working as a cabin supervisor for Emirates, as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/travel-stories/inside-the-life-of-an-emirates-flight-attendant/news-story/5aa991f62040eb828cf8d34ebca5d9bb" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported&nbsp;</a>by news.com.au in 2023.
"Our accommodation is provides and salary is tax free —&nbsp;and not just that, we have a lot of other things taken care of like transport, laundry, we have full medical and dental coverage," Cosoff&nbsp;told news.com.au. "We are very well looked after."
Cosoff said that a large portion of her salary&nbsp;used to go to rent and bills while working in Australia. Working for Emirates, a United Arab Emirates airline, Cosoff is now able to save more of her income and travel the world.
"What was very attractive to me was also not paying tax on top of my salary," she said.
Cosoff&nbsp;said she lives in an apartment provided&nbsp;by the airline.
"You can either get company-provided accommodation or opt for accommodation allowance," she said.
Cosoff, who was formerly a makeup artist, said she is now living the "dream life."
"I have been so lucky. I've had the most amazing time," she said.
Cosoff told the outlet that&nbsp;training to be a flight attendant with Emirates can be intense and takes eight weeks.
"It's such a rigorous training, but you will keep that with you for life – it give you cultural awareness, how to maintain calm and composure, and once you have all those skills no one can take that away from you," she said.
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Why It's Important: 
The report states that new Emirates flight attendants receive a base salary of approximately $1,236 per month, along with an hourly rate of about $17.86. They typically work between 80 to 100 flight hours each month and also receive meal allowances.
On average, economy class flight attendants earn around $3,435 per month, while cabin attendants tend to earn more.
Cosoff, who holds a degree in marketing and public relations, mentioned that a career in aviation had always appealed to them.
"Ever since I was a young girl I wanted to be a flight attendant. I remember seeing Emirates cabin crew on TV with their red hats and striking red lipstick and thinking, ‘Wow, they're so beautiful,'" she said.
Cosoff&nbsp;told the outlet that she recommends those interested in becoming flight attendants to apply for what she called&nbsp;"a dream come true.&#8221;
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Flight Attendant Hasn't Paid Rent For 10 Years, Tax-Free Salary Helps Her Live 'Dream Life'

&#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; star Kevin O&#8217;Leary has issued a warning to Democrats about <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40429580/kamala-harris-and-donald-trump-push-economic-agendas-as-election-nears">Kamala Harris as the party&#8217;s presidential candidate</a>.
What Happened: O&#8217;Leary expressed his apprehensions about Harris during a Fox News appearance on Saturday. He insinuated that the party might be on the verge of repeating a previous blunder made with Hillary Clinton, who was widely expected to win but ultimately lost.
The investor also pointed out the absence of a comprehensive selection process for the nominee, contending that the party overlooked a chance to &#8220;suck up another week of airtime.&#8221;
In the interview <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/video/6360947194112">with</a> Fox, O&#8217;Leary said, &#8220;It's 50-50, she may win, she may lose. This whole party, the Democratic Party, is going to revisit what happened here because they did the same thing with Hillary Clinton. It was assumed she would win, they anointed her, she lost.&#8221;
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He drew a parallel to a business sale, underscoring the significance of considering multiple offers before reaching a conclusion.
"I'm not saying she's going to lose, but I would have never let that happen if I'm selling a business. I tell my managers, never bring me one offer, bring me a process, show me there's no other bid out there that I want, then I'll make a decision if I'm selling. I was amazed they didn't do that here," he told the outlet. 
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O&#8217;Leary&#8217;s remarks follow the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where Harris was hailed as the party&#8217;s nominee.
Why It Matters: O&#8217;Leary&#8217;s warning to the Democrats comes at a crucial time, as the party is gearing up for the upcoming elections. His comparison of the nomination process to a business sale highlights the importance of strategic decision-making in politics. 
The lack of a thorough selection process, according to O&#8217;Leary, could potentially lead to a repeat of the 2016 election scenario. 
The Democrats&#8217; decision to place Harris at the forefront of their party is a significant move, and the potential implications of this decision are yet to unfold.
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Kevin O'Leary Cautions Democrats About Kamala Harris: 'They Did The Same Thing With Hillary Clinton'

Gov. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gretchen-whitmer" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gretchen Whitmer</a> (D-Mich.) secured a highly coveted speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention, appearing in prime time on the final night just before <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/kamala-harris" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kamala Harris&#8216;</a> acceptance speech.
Whitmer seized the opportunity to champion the vice president as someone who grasps the everyday struggles of Americans, is adept at managing crises, and has a proven track record of getting things done, <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/gretchen-whitmer-democratic-national-convention-speech_n_66c7f9cee4b029313b6f9391" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> HuffPost.
&#8220;Kamala Harris knows who she is fighting for,&#8221; Whitmer said. &#8220;Kamala Harris, she gets us. She sees us. She is us.&#8221;
In highlighting these attributes, Whitmer sharply contrasted them <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Donald Trump</a>, portraying him as an out-of-touch tycoon who likely never shopped for groceries and unfit to handle a crisis.
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&#8220;One day, when you&#8217;re just trying to get everyone out the door, a news alert goes off,&#8221; Whitmer said, representing a fictional crisis. &#8220;You will ask, &#8216;Who the hell is in charge? What if it&#8217;s him? What if it&#8217;s that man from Mar-a-Lago?'&#8221;
In contrast, Whitmer described Harris as tough and tested.
Whitmer emphasized that she views Harris as a Democrat similar to herself and vice-presidential nominee Tim Walz: pragmatic leaders who prioritize achievable goals to improve people&#8217;s lives.
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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39710541/kevin-oleary-says-you-can-survive-on-500-000-and-do-nothing-else-to-make-money">Kevin O&#8217;Leary</a>, aka &#8216;Mr. Wonderful,&#8217; the entrepreneur on &#8220;Shark Tank,&#8221; shared a painful lesson learned in business: losing $750,000 by blindly investing in a friend&#8217;s startup. Speaking during the 10X Growth Con 2021 alongside Grant Cardone, O&#8217;Leary candidly shared how his emotions overcame his otherwise sharp instincts on finance.
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&#8220;I gave him $250,000,&#8221; said O&#8217;Leary as he explained the start of his ill-fated investment to the audience. Just 60 days later, his friend returned for another $500,000 to keep things going. He had a gut feeling telling him not to do it, but O&#8217;Leary decided to support his friend again. But it all went sour. The result? A total loss. &#8220;Sixty days later, he comes back and says, ‘I need another $500,000 to make this work,'&#8221; O&#8217;Leary lamented. &#8220;A moment of silence for that money.&#8221;
He said this would haunt him for the rest of his life, citing, &#8220;This is one mistake I&#8217;ll take to my grave.&#8221; He reflected on ignoring his instincts, saying, &#8220;I never should have given that guy a single penny. It was a textbook error where I let my emotions cloud my financial judgment.&#8221;
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Experts in behavioral economics – an area of study that examines how human psychology influences financial decisions – would no doubt agree with O&#8217;Leary. Emotions are often a big trap for investors and decisions are made out of fear, greed, or even loyalty rather than rational analysis.&nbsp;
A common pitfall is confirmation bias, in which investors actively seek information supporting their preconceived beliefs and ignore information suggesting otherwise.
The other key barrier is risk aversion, whereby the fear of losing money outweighs the potential for benefiting from money in profitable investments. It can lead to overcautious decisions, missing out because one fears taking calculated risks.
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To balance these biases, the best approach is to slow down any impulsive actions or decisions. &#8220;Take your time before acting; don&#8217;t act on impulse,&#8221; suggested O&#8217;Leary. Gathering all the information possible and seeking professional advice where necessary may further support this approach.
O&#8217;Leary believes in a thought-out investment plan. &#8220;One way to avoid emotions is by creating an investment plan and sticking to it,&#8221; he urged. This would pertain to a due diligence checklist or even time frames for investments set ahead of time so that the decisions made would not be gut feelings.
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It is a disciplined approach that includes a margin of safety complemented by risk-reducing strategies such as purchasing securities below their perceived market values and diversification strategies. Through diversification, the rest of the portfolio will not be obliterated in case one investment fails.
Mobile investment apps can also help <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/real-estate-investors-target-record-121513478.html">investors </a>put their money to work. Acorns, for instance, does this by rounding up everyday purchases to the nearest dollar and putting that extra change into a diversified portfolio. This way, investors do not get emotionally attached to every decision and can grow their wealth.
Finally, O&#8217;Leary suggests taking some time out – the cooling-off period – before investing. &#8220;Sleep on it,&#8221; he says. Emotions will settle and decisions can be made with a clear head.
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