AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNvidia Turmoil: The chipmaker’s board is reportedly weighing CEO Jensen Huang’s future amid allegations about his relationships, including a suspected Chinese intelligence connection that has not been confirmed. Shares fell nearly 8% after hours, adding to a steep weekly slide that could ripple through retirement funds holding Nvidia in index investments. Inflation and Rates: U.S. inflation reached 4% in October, according to reports, as Federal Reserve officials consider whether faster rate increases may be needed—raising pressure on household budgets and business borrowing costs. Consumer Spending: U.S. beauty sales grew through September, with prestige retail up 5% to $25.5 billion and mass-market sales up 7% to $57.4 billion, as shoppers balanced value with spending on self-care. Data Center Debate: Dozens of residents urged Walla Walla County, Washington, to pause new data center development, citing concerns about water, farmland and transparency over Amazon’s proposed campus; supporters pointed to jobs and economic growth. Media Business: iHeartMedia denied reports it was considering selling its podcast unit, calling it a core growth business even as its broader earnings weakened.
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