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- How families could get stuck with higher electric bills if the AI data center boom goes bust - Investors and energy analysts question whether the AI race has turned into a bubble, one that would be costly to unravel as major infrastructure gets built.
- November private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000, led by steep small business job cuts, ADP reports - The payrolls decline marked a sharp step down from October, which saw an upwardly revised gain of 47,000 positions.
- Russia 'ready' for war with Europe, Putin says, as Ukraine peace talks fail to deliver breakthrough - Russian President Vladimir Putin doubled down on threats toward Europe ahead of peace talks with the U.S., saying Moscow was "ready" for war.
- European stocks set for positive open as global markets push higher - European stocks are expected to open in positive territory on Wednesday as global markets move higher.
- Delayed tariff impact starting to hit, could cause companies to reduce head count in 2026 - President Trump's tariffs, aimed at reshoring American jobs lost to overseas manufacturing, could end up lowering head count instead
- Holiday shopping turnout jumps to 202.9 million people during Thanksgiving weekend, NRF says - Shoppers said they were motivated by sales and promotions, such as limited-time offers, according to the trade group's annual survey.
- Michael and Susan Dell to donate $6.25 billion to fund Trump Accounts for 25 million U.S. kids - The billionaire CEO of Dell Technologies told CNBC he first heard of the idea of seeding accounts from hedge fund manager Brad Gerstner.
- How MAGA senator’s new bill could directly impact Melania and Barron Trump - Bernie Moreno’s radical plan would force anyone with dual citizenship to choose between the two countries
- AI stock rally may be driven by fear of missing out, but strategists say hold tight - The European Central Bank on Wednesday warned of high valuations and increased concentration of global stocks.
- TSA Imposes $45 Fee for Travelers Without REAL ID Starting February 2026 - As of February, passengers without the government-approved identity card will be required to pay for alternative screening at U.S. airports.