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CNBC
3 days ago
- Business
- CNBC
CNBC Daily Open: Will the other shoe drop when it comes to U.S. inflation?
Waiting for tariff-induced price increases in the U.S. to show up can feel like watching an M. Night Shyamalan movie. July's consumer price index came in mostly benign. The headline annual rate of 2.7% was lower than the Dow Jones estimate of 2.8%. That said, the core figure was 0.1 percentage points more than expected, and the highest since February, before U.S. President Donald Trump unleashed his tariffs in April. "The tariffs are in the numbers, but they're certainly not jumping out hair on fire at this point," former White House economist Jared Bernstein, who served under Joe Biden, told CNBC. Things appear idyllic so far, but you know something's going to shock you out of your seats eventually — are the figures accurate, except that the decimal point should be shifted to the right? — which makes monitoring U.S. inflation a tense (and exciting) experience. Jan Hatzius, Goldman Sachs' chief economist, in a Sunday research note estimated that the big reveal (when the U.S. consumer admits, "I see higher prices") could happen by October. But markets hit record highs as investors saw the mild inflation numbers as a sign that the Federal Reserve has room to cut rates three times this year — or that tariffs might not drive prices that much higher. Maybe the original premise was wrong: As far as inflation goes, could we be in a happily-ever-after Disney flick, instead of a Shyamalan movie? [no byline of yours?] U.S. prices in July rose less than expected. The consumer price index increased a seasonally adjusted 0.2% for the month, putting the annual figure at 2.7%. Economists polled by Dow Jones were expecting a 0.2% and 2.8% rise, respectively. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite close at new highs. On Tuesday, July's tame CPI report pushed the indexes up 1.13% and 1.39% respectively. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also rose, adding 1.1%. The Stoxx Europe 600 ticked up 0.21%. Trump threatens Fed chair Powell with a 'major lawsuit.' In a post on Truth Social, the U.S. president said the potential proceedings would relate to Powell's management of the Fed's headquarters renovations. Perplexity AI offers $34.5 billion to buy Google's browser. The bid for Chrome, which came unsolicited, is higher than Perplexity's $18 billion valuation in July, but the firm said investors have agreed to back the deal. [PRO] Traders see three rate cuts this year. With Tuesday's cooler-than-forecast inflation report, the futures market is now expecting a cut in each of the Fed's meeting in September, October and December, according to the CME FedWatch tool. More European companies are shunning high-stakes deals in favor of smaller M&As Executives from industrial giants to consumer goods firms are deploying capital on strategic deals designed to snap up competitors and acquire technologies instead of staking their reputations on major deals that run the risk of never materializing. It's a strategy that allows firms to pursue growth without the immense risks and regulatory headaches that have scuttled larger deals.
Tom's Guide
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
This iconic slasher movie is leaving Netflix — I'm not missing out and neither should you
Between the "Scream" franchise, "The Blair Witch Project"-induced "found footage" phenomenon and M. Night Shyamalan mind-benders like "The Sixth Sense" and Oscar-winning thrillers like "Silence of the Lambs," the 1990s were a great time for horror. One of the most crowd-pleasing (if not exactly critically acclaimed) titles in the slasher genre is "I Know What You Did Last Summer," which sees an iconic foursome of Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze Jr. and Ryan Phillippe battle a hook-wielding maniac in their small seaside town. The movie comes from director Jim Gillespie and screenwriter Kevin Williamson, the latter of whom recently tapped into the "murderous coastal town" genre yet again with his new Netflix show "The Waterfront." And, as is always the case with the platform's ever-changing library, you now only have a few days left to catch the '90s horror favorite on Netflix before it departs the streamer on July 1. With "IKWYDLS" officially getting a present-day reboot scheduled for theatrical release on July 18, it's high time to revisit the jump-scare original. Here's why you should add "I Know What You Did Last Summer" to your watch list this weekend. "I Know What You Did Last Summer" centers on four teenage friends who accidentally hit a pedestrian following a beach trip to celebrate July 4. They don't alert the authorities and instead dispose the body, vowing to never discuss the horrible incident again. However, a year later, Julie James (Jennifer Love Hewitt), receives a letter revealing that someone else was on the road that night and knows exactly what they did. Seeking revenge, a hook-wielding killer fisherman begins haunting the four friends throughout their town of Southport, North Carolina, set on taking out the kiddos one by bloody one. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Again, the original "I Know What You Did Last Summer" wasn't exactly an immediate hit with professional critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, where the film holds an approval rating of 48%, the critical consensus reads: "A by-the-numbers slasher that arrived a decade too late, the mostly tedious 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' will likely only hook diehard fans of the genre." However, some critics were more charmed by the horror flick, which, along with "Scream" a year earlier, helped revive the slasher genre. Derek Elley of Variety called it a "polished genre piece with superior fright elements that should perform at better-than-average theatrical levels," while Richard Harrington of The Washington Post dubbed it "a smart and sharply-drawn genre film with a moral center, and with a solid cast of young actors to hold it." In the decades since its release, "I Know What You Did Last Summer" has endured among horror fans (and been the subject of many a funny parody) thanks to its very nineties-ness, from those Williamson-penned precocious teens to the megawatt '90s names playing them ("Party of Five" star Jennifer Love Hewitt, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" icon Sarah Michelle Gellar.) It's a bloody-good-fun relic of a long-gone era, but one that's clearly still resonating with viewers all these years later. Watch on Netflix until June 30, 2025
Buzz Feed
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Funny Pictures With Unexpected Plot Twists
Ever read something online, and when you get to the end, you're like, "Wow, they had us in the first half, not gonna lie"? Well, every meme, photo, and post in this list is just like that: like a little M. Night Shyamalan movie, with a twist at the end. But like, they're good, funny twists, not scary ones. Want more funny, weird, wholesome, or just plain interesting internet content? Subscribe to the Only Good Internet newsletter to get all of the scrolling with none of the doom. Are they gone? PANCAKES. The extra twist is that this photo is actually of a guy named Oswald T. Avery. 🫠🫠🫠 The heart attack I would have had... What a believable story. Cut it out! Ah, yes, not that one. Awww. Wait a minute... Relatable! Happy Pride! Damn inflation. Got em! Ponds work, too. Title was like 👀 at first. Totally free! In case it wasn't clear. Well, I'll be damned! My raviolis! And finally: Mmmm, turkey. Want more funny, weird, wholesome, or just plain interesting internet content like what you just read? Subscribe to the Only Good Internet newsletter to get all of the scrolling with none of the doom. No politics, no celeb drama, just Good Content.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Big names film in RI, but tax cap prevents more projects
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — While more major production companies are gravitating toward Rhode Island, the state has had to turn away several projects due to its annual cap on film and TV tax credits. Several productions are already in the works, including a psychological romance from award-winning director M. Night Shyamalan starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Filming is scheduled to begin this summer entirely in Rhode Island. RELATED: M. Night Shyamalan, Jake Gyllenhaal movie to film in RI On Tuesday, the State Properties Committee approved a request from production company Binding Edge Pictures to use the Cranston Street Armory from May through the end of the year. The film is expected to create around 400 full-time jobs and hire thousands of extras. Another recent project that made it to the Ocean State is Gordon Ramsay's upcoming reality series 'Secret Service,' which filmed at Crazy Burger in Narragansett earlier this month. While these are exciting opportunities to showcase Rhode Island, other productions have had to look elsewhere after the state hit its annual $20 million tax credit cap. SEE ALSO: Crazy Burger duped into new Gordon Ramsay show Rhode Island Film and TV Office Executive Director Steven Feinberg said the cap for 2025 was reduced from $40 million because not all credits were used last year due to the writers' and actors' strikes. 'I've turned away Academy Award winners. I've turned away TV series because we don't have enough credits,' Feinberg said. A new Hallmark holiday movie set in Newport was ultimately filmed mostly in Connecticut due to the lack of available credits. Feinberg said he's not currently pushing for legislative changes to the cap because of federal budget cuts and ongoing uncertainty, but he remains hopeful about pursuing an increase next year. NEXT: Filming wraps in RI for Rod Serling documentary Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
M. Night Shyamalan, Jake Gyllenhaal movie to film in RI
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This summer, filming for a supernatural romantic thriller is set to take place in Rhode Island. Academy Award-nominated writer and director M. Night Shyamalan is teaming up with New York Times best-selling author Nicholas Sparks to create an original love story with a supernatural twist. The project will be filmed entirely in the Ocean State, according to the Rhode Island Film & TV Office. The screenplay will be written independently by Shyamalan, while Sparks—best known for 'The Notebook,' which was adapted into a film in 2004—will write a novel based on the same narrative. The Binding Edge Pictures film will star popular actor Jake Gyllenhaal, known for his roles in 'Donnie Darko,' 'Road House,' and the upcoming Apple TV+ series 'Presumed Innocent.' Shyamalan will produce the film alongside Ashwin Rajan, Theresa Park, and Marc Bienstock. His most recent film, 'Trap,' a psychological thriller starring Josh Hartnett, was released in last August. 'It is a dream come true to have one of my favorite filmmakers making an original movie here in our beloved Ocean State,' Steven Feinberg, RI Film & TV Office executive director, said. 'Rhode Island is a special location steeped in history, beauty and great mystery.' Feinberg described Shyamalan as a 'visionary' who consistently attracts 'top-notch talent.' Gov. Dan McKee praised the project, saying it showcases the state's unique landscape and local talent while boosting the economy. 'Every time a production shoots here we see a positive impact on our local businesses,' McKee said. NEXT | A new dimension: Rod Serling documentary filming wraps in Rhode Island Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
