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Five former treasury secs throw support behind Manchin inflation plan: The Inflation Reduction Act lowers costs for Americans and should be passed immediately ...
businessinsider.com/manchin-inflation-reduction-act-treasury-secretaries-summers-paulson-2022-8
Labour's Chris Hipkins accused National leader Christopher Luxon of confusion on health spending - but can't make the same pledge
nzherald.co.nz/nz/labours-chris-hipkins-accused-national-leader-christopher-luxon-of-confusion-on-health-spending-but-cant-make-the-same-pledge/OYJ7AE7M7DRIFOEJANDCX57PKQ/
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Five former treasury secs throw support behind Manchin inflation plan: The Inflation Reduction Act lowers costs for Americans and should be passed immediately ...
businessinsider.com/manchin-inflation-reduction-act-treasury-secretaries-summers-paulson-2022-8
Labour's Chris Hipkins accused National leader Christopher Luxon of confusion on health spending - but can't make the same pledge
nzherald.co.nz/nz/labours-chris-hipkins-accused-national-leader-christopher-luxon-of-confusion-on-health-spending-but-cant-make-the-same-pledge/OYJ7AE7M7DRIFOEJANDCX57PKQ/
NZ PM Says Fiscal Restraint Key to Taming Prices, Stoking Growth: New Zealand needs to check government spending for it to successfully tame inflation ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/nz-pm-says-fiscal-restraint-key-to-taming-prices-stoking-growth
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Cash: Germans' assets at record value - Daily money is also popular: The Germans have more money in their pockets again. The reason for this is higher interest ...
t-online.de/finanzen/aktuelles/id_100388504/bargeld-vermoegen-der-deutschen-auf-rekordwert-auch-tagesgeld-beliebt.html
Quick Glance: Record: Germans Hold 7716 Billion Euros in Wealth
- German private individuals hold a net wealth of 7716 billion euros.
- Stocks and investment funds saw significant gains in the last quarter.
- Cash and bank deposits remain the largest component of wealth.
- Household net wealth increases by 244 billion euros to 5560 billion euros.
Bag of Rice Still Selling for Up to N84,000 in Lagos: To verify if a bag of rice indeed sells for N60,000, FIJ took to two food markets in Lagos to ask the ...
fij.ng/article/bag-of-rice-still-selling-for-up-to-n84000-in-lagos/
US deficit poses ‘significant risks’ to global economy, warns IMF: Fund also cites concerns over fiscal ‘imbalances’ in UK, China and Italy
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Quick Glance: IMF Warns of Fiscal Deficits in US and China
- The IMF has warned the US that its massive fiscal deficits have stoked inflation and pose “significant risks” for the global economy.
- Concerns were also raised about Chinese government debt, with the country projected to have a deficit of 7.6 per cent in 2025, more than double the average for other emerging markets.
- In addition to the US and China, the fund named two more countries that “critically need to take policy action to address fundamental imbalances between spending and revenues”.
- The IMF noted that “large and sudden increases” in US borrowing costs typically lead to surges in government bond yields globally and exchange rate turbulence in emerging markets and developing economies.
Watch: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon won't say if government will consult public on joining AUKUS
rnz.co.nz/news/political/514623/watch-prime-minister-christopher-luxon-won-t-say-if-government-will-consult-public-on-joining-aukus
Watch live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media in Manila: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is speaking to reporters in Manila after pledging greater defence ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/514708/watch-live-christopher-luxon-speaks-to-media-in-manila
U.S. Mortgage Rates Jump Above 7% for the First Time This Year: Rates on 30-year mortgages — the most common kind among U.S. homeowners — surpassed the 7 percent ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/business/mortgage-rates.html
Few in new poll say Biden law has helped fight climate change: Very few Americans believe the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law by President Biden ...
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Social Security cost of living boost in 2025? Early estimate calls for 2.6% increase
freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2024/04/18/how-high-could-inflation-drive-social-security-cola-hike-in-2025/73327853007/
If the Reserve Bank were a football coach, it would have been sacked eons ago: The bank’s job is to hold inflation between 2 and 3 per cent. Since mid-2014 ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/if-the-reserve-bank-were-a-football-coach-it-would-have-been-sacked-eons-ago-20240418-p5fkv9.html
Should you wait for interest rate cuts to buy a house?: Once interest rates fall, property prices would likely go up, but buyers could borrow more money ...
smh.com.au/property/news/should-you-wait-for-interest-rate-cuts-to-buy-a-house-20240418-p5fkv8.html
Stock market today: Stocks slide for the 5th straight session: The S&P 500 hit its worst losing streak since last October as investors recalibrate amid forecasts ...
markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/stock-market-news-fifth-loss-fed-speakers-rate-cuts-delay-2024-4
GOP senators, Manchin challenge SEC climate disclosure rule : Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) joined a resolution from Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) that aims to overturn ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4600576-manchin-sec-climate-disclosure-rule/
The truth comes out: US is paying dearly for outperformance : The United States is floating on a giant pumped-up air mattress of excess federal spending and no ...
thehill.com/opinion/finance/4602451-the-truth-comes-out-us-is-paying-dearly-for-outperformance/
Trump Media tells shareholders how to block their DJT stock being loaned to short sellers
cnbc.com/2024/04/18/trump-media-tells-djt-shareholders-how-to-block-short-sellers.html
Instant view: Oil, Japan's yen up on reports Israeli missiles hit Iran: Oil and gold prices rose and Japan's yen rallied on Friday on reports Israeli missiles ...
reuters.com/markets/view-oil-japans-yen-up-reports-israeli-missiles-hit-iran-2024-04-19/
Billionaire In-N-Out heiress Lynsi Snyder claims she went 'toe-to-toe' to keep prices down as Calif. fast food industry, prices slammed by minimum wage hike
nypost.com/2024/04/11/business/in-n-out-president-lynsi-snyder-went-toe-to-toe-to-keep-menu-prices-down/
How much money do you need to retire? Most Americans calculate $1.8 million, survey says.
usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2023/08/02/how-much-money-americans-need-for-retirement/70507274007/
Is it the right time to buy gold or wait as prices continue to soar: Is it the right time to buy gold as prices spiral?
timesofoman.com/article/144450-is-it-the-right-time-to-buy-gold-or-wait-as-prices-continue-to-soar
America’s interest rates are unlikely to fall this year: That will squeeze financial markets and the world economy
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/17/americas-interest-rates-are-unlikely-to-fall-this-year
Heineken Ireland is latest to hike price of pint from June: Heineken Ireland has announced that the price of its draught products will increase from June 4.
independent.ie/business/irish/heineken-ireland-is-latest-to-hike-price-of-pint-from-june/a1053458282.html
Why is the economy so strong? New hires are spending more and upgrading their lifestyles
usatoday.com/story/money/2024/04/18/strong-job-growth-bolsters-spending/73351285007/
Defence deal to counter Beijing's aggression in South China Sea: The PM's foreign policy chops are tested in the Philippines – as he calls out ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/19/defence-deal-to-counter-beijings-aggression-in-south-china-sea/
Philippines, New Zealand to elevate relations to 'comprehensive partnership': The Philippines and New Zealand will elevate relations to a "comprehensive ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-new-zealand-elevate-relations-comprehensive-partnership-2024-04-18/
Luxon spreads his wings in Thailand: As the Thai people ground their Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon is spreading his wings in Southeast Asia
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/18/luxon-spreads-his-wings-in-thailand/
US to grow at double the rate of G7 peers this year, says IMF: Fund also upgrades inflation forecasts as strong demand and tight labour market delay possible Fed ...
ft.com/content/3b819571-662d-4185-9ca5-c7e682b55700
Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
UK inflation falls as crumpet and meat prices drop: New official figures show that inflation, the rate at which prices rise over time, fell again in March.
bbc.com/news/business-68833077
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Brazil seeks to weaken fiscal targets it set only a year ago: Leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants greater flexibility on budget surplus ...
ft.com/content/14e6a4d4-8be7-46cf-bb51-8445b0e85dc1
Quick Glance: Brazil Moves to Relax Fiscal Targets Set a Year Ago
- The leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants more flexibility on budget surplus goals
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government is seeking to loosen its own budget targets as investor concerns rise about the risk of fiscal slippage in Latin America’s largest economy
- Ministers intend to balance the budget next year, replacing the previous goal for income to exceed outgoings by 0.5 per cent of gross domestic product
- Analysts warn that the current deficit targets are unrealistic and likely to be tweaked, prompting investors to express concerns about Brazil’s economic approach under Lula
Jay Powell says US inflation ‘taking longer than expected’ to hit target: Comments from Federal Reserve chair come amid mounting doubts about pace of interest ...
ft.com/content/3d0ddbe1-4637-4262-ba40-934015606166
'I thought we were friends': Dave Letele reveals falling out with PM Christopher Luxon
rnz.co.nz/news/in-depth/514512/i-thought-we-were-friends-dave-letele-reveals-falling-out-with-pm-christopher-luxon
Watch live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Thailand: The Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is taking questions ahead of a meeting with his Thai counterpart.
rnz.co.nz/news/political/514505/watch-live-prime-minister-christopher-luxon-in-thailand
Business defaults soar as Australian house prices outpace the globe: Australian house prices are out-performing most of the world, even after inflation ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/business-defaults-soar-as-australian-house-prices-outpace-the-globe-20240416-p5fk42.html
How California fast food restaurants raised menu prices in response to $20 minimum wage
nypost.com/2024/04/16/business/california-fast-food-restaurants-raised-prices-due-to-minimum-wage/
International Monetary Fund: Germany in last place among industrialized nations (again)
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/unternehmen/konjunktur-deutschland-auf-dem-letzten-platz-der-industrienationen-schon-wieder-a-49d8a54b-1dbe-4406-a72b-604e1115b2b4
Xi Jinping says China’s exports are helping ease global inflation: Chinese president warns German Chancellor Olaf Scholz against ‘rise of protectionism’
ft.com/content/7cc89622-66a7-4b1c-9b2e-138f121a4731
Ringgit opens higher despite greenback strength: KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today although the greenback’s appeal as a ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/04/17/ringgit-opens-higher-despite-greenback-strength
Is It Time To Buy Gold Stocks And ETFs As Gold Futures Hit A High? Here's What Charts Show
investors.com/research/gld-stock-a-buy-right-now-heres-what-charts-show-2/
PM Christopher Luxon would consider Singapore drone testing in NZ airspace: The Prime Minister has talked up the prospect of stronger defence ties with Singapore ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/514297/pm-christopher-luxon-would-consider-singapore-drone-testing-in-nz-airspace
Joe Biden’s approval rating on the economy is rising among US voters: FT-Michigan Ross poll finds president’s gains could be derailed by persistent fears over ...
ft.com/content/bdd37729-8225-4f52-ae88-a7edeb329bb5
Why child care costs are soaring: Wages in the industry have risen fast in the last few years — but they're still pretty low.
axios.com/2024/04/16/child-care-costs
Biden's new take on inflation: Trump would be worse: Biden's team knows there's not a lot it can do to lower it before the Nov. 5 election.
axios.com/2024/04/13/biden-trump-inflation-worse-tariffs
Quick Glance: Biden's New Perspective on Inflation: Trump Would Be Worse
- The White House warns that inflation would worsen if Trump is re-elected as a strategy to sway voters.
- March's inflation increase surpassed expectations, undermining Biden's claim of lowering prices.
- Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could lead to higher gas prices, a concern for the White House.
- Biden emphasizes fighting inflation as top priority while experts debate the impact of his economic stimulus packages.
Christopher Luxon touches down in Singapore, kicking off Southeast Asia tour: Escalating global tensions are sure to colour engagements during the prime ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/514253/christopher-luxon-touches-down-in-singapore-kicking-off-southeast-asia-tour
Concern for Bank of England as real earnings growth at highest rate since 2021: While the wage figures are good news for households on the face of it ...
news.sky.com/story/real-earnings-growth-at-its-highest-rate-in-nearly-two-and-a-half-years-13116319
Quick Glance: Rising Real Earnings Growth Raises Concerns at Bank of England
- An unexpectedly weaker decline in the pace of wage increases has led to real earnings growth reaching its highest level in nearly two and a half years when considering inflation, according to the latest official data.
- Recent official figures indicate that average regular pay without bonuses was at 6% in the three months to February compared to the previous year.
- The broader ONS statistics revealed an increase in the UK's unemployment rate from 3.9% to 4.2%, with caution due to ongoing efforts to enhance the reliability of employment data.
- The forthcoming inflation data expected on Wednesday is likely to demonstrate further progress towards the Bank's objectives and the potential for a decrease from the current 5.25% interest rate.
US and India stoke hopes of global growth in 2024 : FT-Brookings Tiger index shows ‘positive omens’ for modest pick-up compared with last year
ft.com/content/7d1199bb-8283-49c3-801e-249938bcbae8
The shadow of war darkens on the global economy: Short-term performance has been surprisingly good but policymakers are walking on eggshells
ft.com/content/31158ec7-433b-4c0e-9f2e-8a13e8dd4750
Basic tax-free allowance: 244,000 pensioners do not have to pay taxes: The basic tax-free allowance was increased at the turn of the year to compensate for ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/wirtschaft/rentner-deutschland-steuern-grundfreibetrag-100.html
What the key interest rates mean for savers: Inflation is falling - the ECB is heading for a possible first interest rate cut. Consumers could already be feeling ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/wirtschaft/ezb-leitzinsen-banken-sparer-kredite-100.html
California restaurant will up wages to compete with $20 fast-food pay: "Why wash dishes for $15 or $17 if I can go get $20 flipping burgers at McDonald's ...
businessinsider.com/california-fast-food-20-minimum-wage-restaurant-raise-pay-compete-2024-4
Quick Glance: California eateries adjust wages to meet competition with $20 fast-food pay
- A restaurant owner in California plans to raise wages to compete with the $20 per hour pay for fast-food workers.
- Legislation is expected to drive up wages in various sectors as they strive to attract and retain employees.
- The increased minimum wages worsen the existing challenges faced by independent restaurants in California.
- Implementing price changes, cost-cutting strategies, and reduced operating hours could be potential measures to streamline operations.
March's inflation data had good and bad news about food: It's getting increasingly cheaper to eat at home.
axios.com/2024/04/10/march-cpi-food-inflation
Here are the tax brackets to file your 2023 taxes: The tax brackets for Americans will shift upward for tax year 2023, following a series of rule adjustments to ...
thehill.com/business/4595268-here-are-the-tax-brackets-to-file-your-2023-taxes/
Gold is back — and it has a message for us: The precious metal’s surge may herald a whole new world
ft.com/content/bdcb7d8a-e958-4910-9d1b-a6a519812503
Security steals focus in Luxon’s Singapore swing: The PM has kicked off his trip to Southeast Asia. But as Luxon cosies up to old friends in Singapore ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/16/security-steals-focus-in-luxons-singapore-swing/
The Forever Stamp is forever rising in price. How does the U.S. cost compare globally?
npr.org/2024/04/12/1244273973/forever-stamp-cost-price-going-up-usps-postage
Wall St Week Ahead Surging US energy shares reflect robust growth, inflation worries
reuters.com/markets/us/wall-st-week-ahead-surging-us-energy-shares-reflect-robust-growth-inflation-2024-04-12/
Did your car insurance rate go up a lot even though you don’t drive much?: Drivers nationwide are facing the biggest car insurance rate increases since 1976.
cnn.com/2024/04/12/business/car-insurance-rate-go-up/
Why the US dollar is setting off alarm bells around the world: Suddenly, tension and uncertainty have gripped financial markets, making them highly volatile.
theage.com.au/business/markets/why-the-us-dollar-is-setting-off-alarm-bells-around-the-world-20240415-p5fjta.html
More Malaysians seeking jobs in Singapore amid weakening ringgit, inflation: Recruiters
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/malaysians-working-jobs-ringgit-inflation-manpower-employment-4265736
Multinational giants urged to front supermarket inquiry for ‘playing hardball’: Australian retailers have turned their sights on global suppliers such as Nestle ...
smh.com.au/business/companies/multinational-giants-urged-to-front-supermarket-inquiry-for-playing-hardball-20240411-p5fj6q.html
Wall Street traders keep underestimating America’s economic strength: It's the exact opposite of what happened in the 2010s
axios.com/2024/04/14/stock-market-bonds-interest-rates-us-economy
Coping with higher prices on smaller portions and chicken nuggets: The past few years have been tough financially for many of us, and it’s potentially changing ...
smh.com.au/business/the-economy/coping-with-higher-prices-on-smaller-portions-and-chicken-nuggets-20240411-p5fj5t.html
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon looks for Estonian inspiration: Analysis - In his quest to get New Zealand 'back on track', Christopher Luxon has often looked ...
rnz.co.nz/news/top/514173/prime-minister-christopher-luxon-looks-for-estonian-inspiration
The New Magic Number for Retirement Is $1.46 Million. Here’s What It Tells Us.: There is no single formula for how much you need to save in your 401(k).
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Why is beer so expensive?: Inflation for most goods and services has been falling since late 2022, but the price of beer has risen at its fastest rate in decades ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/why-is-beer-so-expensive-20240411-p5fj5n.html
UK facing food shortages and price rises after extreme weather: Heavy rain likely to cause low yields in Britain and other parts of Europe ...
theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/16/uk-facing-food-shortages-and-price-rises-after-extreme-weather
Auto insurance premiums are skyrocketing. What's to blame?: Inflation accelerated more than expected in March, and an unsuspecting culprit may be to blame: auto ...
foxbusiness.com/economy/auto-insurance-premiums-are-skyrocketing-whats-blame
When will Americans see those interest-rate cuts?: Following a nasty surprise, some now think they may come only after the presidential election
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/10/when-will-americans-see-those-interest-rate-cuts
Social Security's COLA estimate rises. But seniors could struggle as inflation heats up.
usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2024/04/10/2025-cola-estimate-higher-inflation-social-security/73272852007/
Biden administration raises costs to drill on public lands: The Interior Department finalized a rule Friday making it more expensive for oil and gas producers to ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4590251-biden-administation-raises-costs-drill-public-lands/
Quick Glance: Biden Raises Drilling Costs on Federal Lands, Trump Courts Oil Donors
- The Biden administration has finalized a new rule requiring oil companies to pay at least ten times more for drilling on federal lands to generate more revenue for taxpayers.
- While Trump discusses easing drilling regulations with energy executives, the US is historically pumping a lot of crude oil, complicating regulations for Trump and Biden's climate agenda.
- The rule mandates higher bonds and royalties for fossil fuels on federal lands to better compensate taxpayers and cover the costs of cleaning up abandoned wells.
- In addition to reshaping fossil fuel production on federal lands, the administration has advanced renewable energy development on these tracts and significantly reduced rents and fees for clean energy projects.
It’s mission possible for Christopher Luxon on trip to Southeast Asia - Fran O’Sullivan
nzherald.co.nz/business/fran-osullivan-column-its-mission-possible-for-christopher-luxon-on-trip-to-southeast-asia/7VPTNPCUXZGH5FNYLFSFWZU5AQ/
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Morning Bid: De-risking, seeking safety as Middle East tensions rise: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
reuters.com/markets/global-markets-view-asia-graphic-pix-2024-04-14/
Trump to host rally on Biden's home turf in northeast Pennsylvania: Donald Trump’s rally in northeast Pennsylvania, an area President Joe Biden considers home ...
abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory/trump-host-rally-bidens-home-turf-northeast-pennsylvania-109189340
Why Democrats are losing Asian Americans: Asian American voters in 2024 are increasingly engaged in politics given recent inflation, crime and education ...
thehill.com/opinion/4581602-why-democrats-are-losing-asian-americans/
Watch live: PM Christopher Luxon talks to media in Auckland: The Prime Minister is back in Auckland and talks to journalists during a bleak week for media and ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/514074/watch-live-pm-christopher-luxon-talks-to-media-in-auckland
Breakfast like a local: Influencer Aiken Chia brings New Zealand PM Luxon to Maxwell Food Centre
asiaone.com/lifestyle/breakfast-local-influencer-aiken-chia-brings-new-zealand-pm-luxon-maxwell-food-centre
Trump’s rally in Pa. will be the last one before his hush money trial: The presumptive Republican nominee is scheduled to speak Saturday night at the ...
pennlive.com/politics/2024/04/trumps-rally-in-pa-will-be-the-last-one-before-his-hush-money-trial.html
Hot inflation may put Fed rate cut in thick of election season: Hot U.S. inflation data has put the Federal Reserve's debate over a first interest rate cut on a ...
reuters.com/world/us/hot-inflation-may-put-fed-rate-cut-thick-election-season-2024-04-11/
How migrant workers have contributed to strong U.S. job growth: It turns out that the influx of foreign-born adults vastly raised the supply of available workers ...
pbs.org/newshour/economy/how-migrant-workers-have-contributed-to-strong-u-s-job-growth
Biden's bad news on inflation: Inflation is rearing its ugly head again and it's a nightmare for Biden on several fronts.
axios.com/2024/04/10/cpi-inflation-report-biden-march
Biden heading to his Pennsylvania hometown to talk taxes: Despite the healthy job market, a near-record-high stock market and a decline in inflation ...
pennlive.com/politics/2024/04/biden-heading-to-his-pennsylvania-hometown-to-talk-taxes.html
Producer prices come in softer than consumer prices in March: Producer prices rose less than economists expected in March after consumer prices came in hot ...
thehill.com/business/4588023-producer-prices-come-in-softer-than-consumer-prices-in-march/
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