Monday,
February 6, 2023

Market recap

Dow Jones

33,926.01

-127.93 (-0.38%)

S&P 500

4,136.48

-43.28 (-1.04%)

Nasdaq

12,006.96

-193.86 (-1.59%)

Disney

$110.71

-$2.50 (-2.21%)

Starbucks

$104.30

-$4.85 (-4.44%)

Airbnb

$118.70

+$0.18 (+0.15%)

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Top Story

Employers are saying it’s time to come back to the office. Employees respond, “Not so fast.”

The perks of working from home extend beyond loungewear. Lifestyle gains in terms of lower expenses and more time are tough give-ups.

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US stocks finished lower Friday after better-than-expected employment numbers and disappointing earnings from Big Tech.

•   Apple (AAPL) saw the steepest decline in its revenue since 2016, citing supply chain issues that impacted iPhone sales as the primary driver. Meanwhile, Google-parent Alphabet (GOOGL) missed on the top-and-bottom lines, largely driven by declining ad revenue and increased operational expenses. Finally, Amazon (AMZN) reported better-than-expected revenue, but still finished 2022 with the slowest yearly growth since the company went public.

•   The unemployment rate surprised on the upside, coming in at 3.4%, compared to estimates of 3.6%. Meanwhile, nonfarm payrolls reported significantly better-than-expected numbers, showing that the US added 517,000 jobs compared to the 187,000 forecast.

What to be on the lookout for today

•   Two of the biggest video game producers, Activision Blizzard (ATVI) and Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO), will announce their quarterly figures. Notably, Activision Blizzard should offer insight into its ongoing acquisition by Microsoft (MSFT), which has been halted by regulators.

There are many ways to invest in solar energy, one of the most promising renewable energy sources.

Solar investing has become increasingly popular in recent years as the cost of solar panels has fallen and the technology has become more efficient. Solar panels are now available for a fraction of the cost of traditional electric power, and they are becoming more efficient at converting sunlight into electricity.

Investing in the solar energy industry can be a great way to profit from the growth outlook for solar energy. However, it’s necessary to do your homework before investing in any solar company or fund or installing solar panels on your home. Here’s how to invest in solar energy.


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Today’s top stories

This week, investors will receive key mortgage data, illuminating whether buying a home is getting more or less affordable.
Also, expect earnings releases from Disney (DIS), Uber (UBER), CVS (CVS), and more – all coming up this week on Wall Street.
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Airline travel is officially back – along with more expensive ticket prices.
The number of Americans going through US airports finally hit pre-pandemic levels, which may make it pricier to book a ticket. If you plan on flying in the coming months, here are a few things to keep in mind.
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Need a carton of eggs? Your car can help you keep up with inflation.
As prices rise with no end in sight, many Americans are looking to make (and save) a few extra dollars. Here are a few ways you can use your car to bring in some extra cash.
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Not-so-breaking news

Financial planner tip of the day

"While refinancing federal student loans is a complex decision right now, it might be helpful to explore if there are ways to pay down your private loans more efficiently."

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