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business26 days ago•3 min saved

April Ends at Record Highs as Earnings Rally Extends

U.S. stocks finished April at record closes on strong earnings and a resilient growth outlook, with the S&P 500 up about 10.4%, Nasdaq 15.3%, and Dow 7.1% for the month. Ahead of Friday trading, futures edged higher: S&P 500 +0.2%, Nasdaq 100 +0.12%, and Dow roughly +61 points, after Thursday’s session saw the Dow +1.62%, the S&P 500 +1.02%, and the Nasdaq +0.89%. Apple topped Q2 earnings and revenue estimates but saw iPhone revenue miss, as investors await more manufacturing data and watch for easing tensions in the Middle East. Oil prices firmed with Brent trading above $110 per barrel.}

via CNBC|

#april #business #earnings

box-office27 days ago•15 min saved

Michael Posts $11M Tuesday, Fourth-Best April Tuesday for Live-Action Film

Michael grossed $11.1M on Tuesday, the fourth-best April Tuesday for a live-action film, pushing its domestic total to about $116M and eyeing a second-weekend between $45–50M as Devil Wears Prada 2 looms.

via Deadline|

#april #box-office #lionsgate

gardens1 month ago•58 min saved

April Lavender Care: Gentle Pruning and Drainage for Richer Summer Blooms

April is a quiet reset month for lavender: don’t rush pruning—wait until you see fresh green growth, then lightly shape the plant and avoid cutting into woody stems; improve drainage and airflow, skip nitrogen-heavy feeding for now, and refresh container arrangements to set up healthier, fuller blooms come summer.

via Homes and Gardens|

#april #drainage #fertilizing

economy1 year ago•0 min saved

Inflation Eases and Consumer Spending Declines Amid Tariff Uncertainty

Americans are reducing their spending due to ongoing tariff disputes and economic uncertainty caused by the trade war, with consumer spending growth slowing significantly in April to 0.2% from 0.7% the previous month.

via The Washington Post|

#april #consumer-spending #economic-uncertainty

economics2 years ago•0 min saved

Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Steady at 2.7% in April

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation metric remained steady at 2.7% in April, indicating stable inflationary pressures in the economy.

via Financial Times|

#april #economic-metrics #economics

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Sony Unveils Exciting April Additions to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog"

Sony has revealed the lineup of games coming to PlayStation Plus in April, with new additions including Tales of Kenzera: Zau and Dave the Diver. Animal Well, a pixel-art Metroidvania, will join the catalogue in May. Other titles available from April 16th include Construction Simulator, The Crew 2, and classic PlayStation games like Alone in the Dark and MediEvil.

via Eurogamer.net|

#animal-well #april #game-catalogue

finance2 years ago•2 min saved

"Upcoming Social Security Payments: What Seniors Need to Know"

April Social Security checks are being distributed this month, with payment dates determined by beneficiaries' birthdays. Recipients who have been receiving Social Security since before May 1997 will receive their payments on different dates. Those who receive both Social Security and SSI will have their payment schedule adjusted accordingly. If a payment doesn't arrive on the expected date, recipients are advised to wait three additional mailing days before contacting the Social Security Administration.

via CNET|

#april #beneficiaries #finance

food-and-nutrition2 years ago•4 min saved

"Top 5 April Foods Recommended by Dietitians for Stocking Up"

Dietitians recommend stocking up on avocados, asparagus, edamame, radishes, and sweet potatoes in April for convenient, healthy meals that celebrate spring. They also suggest incorporating frozen or canned vegetables, organizing kitchen spaces, and using flavor enhancers to make mealtime success happen this month. These foods, along with simple flavor enhancers, can help create tasty, nutritious meals in a matter of minutes.

via EatingWell|

#april #dietitians #food-and-nutrition

astrology2 years ago•6 min saved

"April 2024 Horoscope Predictions for Your Zodiac Sign"

April's astrology brings Mercury Retrograde in Aries, Venus entering Aries and Taurus, a New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries, and the Sun entering Taurus. Aries season encourages taking risks and leading with courage, while Taurus season promotes slowing down and focusing on senses and determination. The month is marked by cosmic events, including Venus kissing Neptune, the Sun meeting the North Node, and a New Moon solar eclipse in Aries. Mercury Retrograde ends on April 25, and the month closes with Mars entering Aries, encouraging the initiation of new projects and pursuit of desires.

via Cosmopolitan|

#april #aries #astrology

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Multiple Days of Rain and Snow Forecasted for NYC and Milwaukee This Week"

New York City is set to experience up to four days of rain this week, with showers expected to begin on Monday and continue intermittently through Wednesday, accumulating about two inches in total. The National Weather Service forecasts that the sun may not come out until Thursday, with temperatures remaining in the 40s through Friday. This follows one of the rainiest Marches on record in the city, with over 9 inches of rain measured at Central Park last month.

via Gothamist|

#april #national-weather-service #nyc

lifestyle2 years ago•3 min saved

"Maximizing Wellness: Spring COVID Boosters, Solar Eclipse, and Rainy Walks"

April brings opportunities for a healthier and happier lifestyle, including taking walks in the rain for mindfulness and fresh air, preparing for the total solar eclipse on April 8, getting a spring COVID booster, managing stress with helpful resources, not forgetting Tax Day, celebrating Earth Day by spending time outdoors and cleaning up, being mindful of National Infertility Week, and enjoying fresh seasonal produce like peas for a nutrient-packed diet.

via Yahoo Life|

#april #health #lifestyle

weather2 years ago•2 min saved

"April Nor'easter Threatens New England with Heavy Snow and Power Outages"

A nor'easter is expected to bring significant snow, wind, and rain to Maine from Wednesday through Friday, with the highest snow amounts of over 18 inches in the mountains. Coastal areas may see 5-10 inches of snow, while inland areas could get a foot or more. The storm will bring difficult travel conditions, potential power outages, and near blizzard conditions at times. After the storm, sunshine is expected to return on Sunday, with dry and mild weather continuing into Monday.

via WGME|

#april #maine #noreaster

real-estate2 years ago•0 min saved

Mixed Signals: U.S. Home Prices Show Both Increases and Declines in April.

US home prices fell nationally from year-ago levels for the first time since 2012, according to S&P Dow Jones Indices data for April. However, seasonally adjusted prices picked up strongly from the month prior, indicating that the worst of the home-price reset may be over.

via Barron's|

#april #case-shiller-indexes #home-prices

real-estate2 years ago

April Sees First Annual Drop in U.S. Home Prices Since 2012

US home prices have experienced their first annual decline since 2012 in April, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index. The index showed a 3.6% annual decline in home prices across the US, with all 20 cities tracked by the index experiencing a slowdown in price growth. The housing market has been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, with unemployment and economic uncertainty leading to a decrease in demand for homes.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#annual-decline #april #housing-market

real-estate3 years ago

US Home Prices and Sales Continue to Decline in April.

Home prices in the US experienced the largest annual drop in more than 11 years in April, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index. The index showed a 3.6% year-over-year decline in April, marking the biggest drop since November 2009. The housing market has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with many potential buyers holding off on purchases due to economic uncertainty.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#annual-drop #april #home-prices