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• Google

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Economy & Finance

U.S. Stocks

U.S. stocks declined on Monday, with the Dow losing 344 points, halting a three-day winning streak, as rising Treasury yields and concerns over prolonged high interest rates weighed on markets. The S&P 500 slipped slightly, while the Nasdaq managed a small gain. Consumer and homebuilder stocks saw significant losses, with companies like Target and Lennar leading the declines. Rising bond yields suggest investors expect the Federal Reserve to maintain higher rates due to a resilient economy. Investors are also watching for key earnings reports from major companies like Tesla and Coca-Cola, amid mixed results so far this season.

Technology

Google

Honeywell and Google have partnered to integrate Google's advanced AI technology, Gemini, with Honeywell's industrial data from its Forge platform. This collaboration aims to automate tasks and improve efficiency for Honeywell's customers, addressing labor shortages in the industry. The AI-powered solutions, expected in 2025, will streamline operations for engineers, warehouse workers, and technicians by reducing project design cycles and processing various data types. Honeywell hopes the partnership will lower maintenance costs, boost productivity, and enhance employee skills through AI-driven tools.

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