Photo (c) Patrik - Getty ImagesA recent report had TikTok under fire for spreading misinformation in suggested videos on current news topics. Now, the social platform is the source of a new cryptocurrency investment scam.
According to a report from the Better Business Bureau, scammers are using TikTok to lure users into a crypto scam. Content creators show off huge piles of money, enticing TikTok users that a similar fate awaits them if they invest in crypto.
The creator asks for money over Venmo or Zelle, which will then be invested on behalf of the TikTok user, and they promise to return three times as much as the original investment.
However, before users can ever cash in on their investments, the scammers ask for “fees” for "help.". This is where things can get problematic.
There are reports of some scammers asking for these fees – which can be a few hundred dollars – several times, and they often try to make users feel that they’re always missing out on the next big investment if they ask for their money back.
Unfortunately, those who have fallen victim to this scam haven’t gotten their money back. This includes their original investment and any additional “fees” that they sent to scammers.
Be vigilant on social media
Consumers who encounter any potential social media investment scams should report it to law enforcement and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Even if no money is personally lost, the more reports that are filed, the more awareness it creates of these pervasive scams.
The Colorado Attorney General’s Office offers some tips for consumers who may spot an investment or money-flipping scam on social media. Research is key.
If you’re ever unsure about whether or not a video or post is a potential scam, search keywords in the post and see what comes up. Oftentimes, other users who have gotten scammed have shared their experiences, or important information about the scam is available online.
They also warn consumers not to trust posts that come from friends or acquaintances on social media. Sometimes their accounts have been hacked, so just because someone you know is sharing something about investing or making money, doesn’t mean it actually came from that person.
Ultimately, consumers should trust their instincts and avoid giving in to threats from scammers. If something doesn’t look right or looks too good to be true, that’s often a sign that it is indeed a scam.
Additionally, any social media user who pressures you to send them money or threatens legal action is likely hiding behind the scam. Vigilance is key when scrolling through social media.
With the cold season just around the corner, we share vital tips on preparing your vehicle for driving in wintry conditions, including checking and maintaining the proper tire pressure, the state of your car's battery charge, and topping off appropriate fluids. Also, we inspire a young mechanical engineering student with personal stories of how we advanced in our own automotive careers and give advice regarding future opportunities. And we welcome a special guest to the show this week, Consumer Reports' President and CEO Marta Tellado, as she shares the insights and inspiration contained in her new book, "Buyer Aware," available in stores on September 20th.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:15 - Preparing Your Car For The Winter Season
10:02 - Question: What career opportunities are available for a mechanical engineer in the automotive industry?
16:44 - Special Guest: Consumer Reports’ President and CEO Marta Tellado
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Winter Driving Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLtakpDFGtU
6 Safety Sensors to Clean on Your Car
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDpdorEOeUc
Essential Winter Driving Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIWVRbr15ek
Prep Your Car for Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3rczMZsN0g
Safe Winter Driving
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Svc0BCK8ToM
If You have to Drive in the Winter, Follow These 9 Safety Steps
https://www.consumerreports.org/winter-driving/if-you-have-to-drive-in-winter-follow-these-safety-steps-a7843645782/
What to Pack in a Car Emergency Kit for Your Holiday Road Trips
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-car-emergency-kits-for-winter-holiday-road-trips/
Buyer Aware
https://buyeraware.consumerreports.org/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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Is Buick Enclave the hidden gem of the large 3-row SUV world? With a resume that includes simple controls, a comfortable ride, and a responsive non-turbo powertrain, there's a case to be made that it deserves serious consideration. We discuss the recent updates to its steering wheel controls, gear selector, and infotainment system for the 2022 model year, and how it performs against competitors like the Infiniti QX60, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Acura MDX, and Hyundai Palisade. Also, what happens when you try to turn off a vehicle while driving? Does it make a difference if it's a traditional key, or a push button start? After being asked the question from a member of our audience, our experts head out onto our test track to find out!
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00:00 - Introduction
00:15 - First Impressions: 2022 Buick Enclave
15:51 - Question: What happens when you try to turn off a vehicle while driving?
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2022 Buick Enclave
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buick/enclave/2022/overview/
2018 Buick Enclave Review: Room for Improvement
https://www.consumerreports.org/suvs/2018-buick-enclave-review-room-for-improvement/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a sporty, driver-focused luxury sedan, relying on its aggressive, low-slung exterior and improved powertrain to stand out against rivals like the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, and Genesis G70. We share our first impressions of our C300 test car, discussing its handling, redesigned interior, problematic controls, and why you might want to skip the AMG sport suspension option. We also share insight into CR's testing protocols, and why we might sometimes disagree with car evaluations from other mainstream publications.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - First Impressions: 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300
18:38 - Question: Why are there discrepancies in review results between CR and other mainstream publications?
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New 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Is a Standout, With a Few Drawbacks
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sedans/2022-mercedes-benz-c-class-review-a1057221647/
2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mercedes-benz/c-class/2022/overview/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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Bike racks are a lot like cars, with new styles and brands available to consumers each year. And while we love cars at CR, we're also avid cycling enthusiasts, and recently performed evaluations on hitch-mounted bike racks, as well as pickup-truck tailgate pads, from brands like Kuat, Yakima, Thule, Bell, Allen, and Race Face. We discuss which ones performed best, how they compare to roof and trunk mounted racks, and what to look for if you need to transport an electric bike (e-bike).
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00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - Our cycling background
03:47 - Bike rack evaluations
20:37 - Question: If continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) provide so many benefits to a vehicle, why are they so reviled by many?
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Best Bike Racks
https://www.consumerreports.org/bike-racks-carriers/best-bike-racks-a8073136271/
How to Choose and Use the Right Bike Rack
https://www.consumerreports.org/bike-racks-carriers/how-to-choose-and-use-the-right-bike-rack-a1180679643/
How Bike Racks Affect a Car’s Fuel Economy
https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/how-bike-racks-affect-car-fuel-economy/
How Rooftop Carriers Affect Fuel Economy for Cars and SUVs
https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/how-rooftop-carriers-affect-fuel-economy/
Best Electric Bikes From Consumer Reports’ Test
https://www.consumerreports.org/electric-bikes/best-electric-bikes-e-bike-review-a2596703950/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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The new Nissan Z is here, and many people said we should have bought it instead of our GR86. So we set out with both cars, plus the prior gen 370z, to see what's new, what's better, and where we should have put our money.
00:00 - 1:20 Isn't this a Z car film?
1:20 - 2:20 Waiting for the Z car.
2:20 - 4:05 What we know for sure
4:05 - 6:36 On the bones of those before
6:36 - 10:29 Better than the 370z?
10:29 - 11:46 Can't believe this exists
11:46 - 13:06 Not alone, and not cheap
13:06 - 17:08 Can the 86 compete?
17:08 - 18:27 RTV and engine failures
18:27 - Should we have bought the Z instead of the 86?
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The guys drive variations of the GR Corolla on track at Utah Motorsports Campus! A 3-cylinder, 300HP, AWD manual-transmission hatchback with selectable torque distribution and aggressive styling? And it's built for track use? What's not to like?
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When the opportunity arises to put the Porsche Cayman GT4 RS with the 991.2 GT3RS and the 992 GT3, the right response is "Where do I meet you?".
On our most recent trip to Europe, we had this opportunity thanks to our friends at RSR Nurburg and Spa. Back to back in each car on the road and track creates some surprising realizations. These are the hottest Porsche models, but which one is the best?
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00:00 – 2:30 Engine Swaps and 40 percent
2:30 – 7:50 The Organ Donor: 992 GT3
7:50 – 12:33 The Cayman GT4RS raids the parts bin
12:33 – 15:52 Track Reference in the GT3RS
15:52 – 19:18 Big Brother has double wishbones
19:18 – 24:14 Little Brother might surprise you
24:14 – Picking favorites
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Audi and Mercedes have both offered Electric variants, but are just beginning to offer dedicated EV chassis to compete in the move toward electrics. We drive the E-Tron GT and the EQS to see if they push these historic brands forward or fall short.
00:00 - 2:23 Origin Stories
2:23 - 10:22 Audi e-tron GT
10:22 - 18:09 Mercedes EQS
18:09 - Moving or Stumbling forward
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Published: 25th Aug 2022 10:06:00 By: EverydayDriver
Car Video: GR86 vs BRZ vs GT86 - Decisions, Decisions | Everyday Driver
We bought a 2022 Toyota GR86 and many have asked us why not the 2022 BRZ? And are they much different than the prior generation car, the GT86? So, we grabbed a BRZ and a prior generation Hakone edition GT86 and went in search of some great roads. There are some surprises, some confirmations, and a lot of fun driving.
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1:10 – 2:05 Origins, Friends and Enemies
2:05 – 4:50 1st Generation Hakone, and things to improve on
4:50 – 8:02 2nd Generation GR86, changes and improvements
8:02 – 11:47 Subaru BRZ - “You didn’t change much?”
11:47 – 13:04 This feels faster
13:04 – 14:58 Comfort or Precision
14:58 – 16:05 What are you looking for?
16:05 – 17:43 Debating trims and nuance
17:43 – Making the right choice
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Published: 11th Aug 2022 06:58:47 By: EverydayDriver
Product Review Video: iPhone 14 Pro Is All About the Cameras 📸 #shorts
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Published: 25th Sep 2022 04:00:28 By: CNET
Product Review Video: Tesla AI Day 2022 Rumors: Elon Musk's AI Plans, Tesla Bot and More!
At Tesla AI Day 2022, Elon Musk will share the company's plans on "full self-driving" cars and Tesla's Dojo AI platform, and possibly give us a look at the first working Optimus robot prototype.
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Published: 25th Sep 2022 12:00:08 By: CNET
Product Review Video: Dynamic Island 🌴 Hands-On With The iPhone 14 Pro #shorts
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 04:00:00 By: CNET
Product Review Video: Anyone Can Be an NFL Quarterback. Even Me?! (NFL Pro Era Hands-On)
We go hands-on with NFL Pro Era, the first NFL-licensed virtual reality game that lets you play as the quarterback of your favorite team. Bridget Carey tries VR football and talks with the company behind it, StatusPro.
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 12:00:19 By: CNET
Product Review Video: iOS 16: Must-Try Hidden Features for All iPhones
iOS 16 has arrived, and you’ve likely already tried out its new lock screens, editing and unsending text messages and that cool photo cutout tool. But iOS 16 can do much more than that. We got lots of underrated features with this update and I’m sharing my personal favorites. These features are available on any iPhone that supports iOS 16, not just the new iPhone 14 lineup. iOS 16 runs on all phones from the iPhone 8 onwards and I tried them on an iPhone 11.
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Published: 23rd Sep 2022 12:00:00 By: CNET
FTC Video: The Community Advocate Center on ReportFraud.ftc.gov | Federal Trade Commission
Sign up to connect your community with fraud resources at: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/community
When you sign up to be a Report Fraud Community Advocate, your organization will get:
- A custom Community Advocate link that you can use to submit reports on behalf of your clients
- Next steps tailored to your client's report to try to recover money lost
- Aggregated data and statistics about the reports submitted through your organization's link
- Periodic emails about reporting trends in your geographic area
- Access to training videos, learn about upcoming webinars, and consumer education resources
Transcript:
At the Federal Trade Commission, we’re proud of the work we’ve done with legal services organizations. I want to tell you about the latest way we’re working together to help protect your clients.
The Community Advocate Center, we hope, is a tool that will make it easier for you and your colleagues to help clients report fraud to the FTC.
If you become a Report Fraud Community Advocate, you’ll get a custom link that lets you submit reports to the FTC on behalf of your clients.
This does two things: first, it flags the reports so our investigators can look closely at them as they build cases.
Second, it aggregates the reports into data that we can feed back to you about the reports your organization submitted. Which can be helpful for grant writing.
As you move through the reporting process, you’ll get some next steps tailored to your client’s experience, with a focus on getting their money back, whenever possible.
And, of course, by helping your clients report, you’re helping stop fraud in your community.
Learn more and sign up at ReportFraud.ftc.gov/community.
If it’s been a while since you’ve reported to the FTC, things have changed and gotten easier than ever. Check out ReportFraud.ftc.gov to see how easy it is to report a scam or bad business practice now.
Every day, we all work to help people affected by scams and bad business practices. I hope the Report Fraud Community Advocate Center helps you help your clients.
Knowing what’s happening in your community matters to us.
Get started at ReportFraud.ftc.gov/community.
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Hi, I’m Becca Kelly Slaughter, Acting Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency.
You’ve probably heard the great news that the American Rescue Plan is now law. That means lots of people will soon be getting desperately-needed economic impact payments—some folks call them stimulus payments—of up to fourteen hundred dollars.
Many of you have been here before, so you know these funds will come through direct deposit, check, or debit card.
But we here at the FTC would like to remind you that scammers follow the headlines, too. So here are a few sure ways to spot a scammer trying to take your money or personal information.
First, know that nobody in the government will ask you to pay anything up front to get your economic impact payment. There’s no way to get your payment faster, and there’s no form to fill out. That’s simply a scam.
Second, the government will not call, email, text, or message you on social media to ask for your Social Security, bank account, or credit card number. Anyone who does is a scammer.
Third, anyone who tells you to pay by money transfer, gift card, or cryptocurrency is a scammer. No matter WHY they say you need to pay.
If you spot these scams, tell the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Every report helps us try to stop scammers.
And let me say a word to would-be scammers: the FTC will use all of its enforcement authority to come after bad actors who try to take advantage of people anxiously awaiting relief.
To learn more about avoiding pandemic-related scams, visit FTC.gov/coronavirus. And help us spread the word. Share these tips and this video through your network. Thanks for helping us protect people from scams.
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Published: 12th Mar 2021 03:59:11 By: FTCvideos
FTC Video: Cómo evitar estafas de ingresos | Federal Trade Commission
Aprenda a detectar propuestas de negocios, programas de asesoría y oportunidades de inversiones que son estafas y cómo evitarlas. Para aprender más visite https://ftc.gov/estafasdeingresos
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The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies.
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Published: 14th Dec 2020 04:05:45 By: FTCvideos
FTC Video: How to Avoid Income Scams | Federal Trade Commission
Learn about scams disguised as legitimate business offers, coaching programs, and investment opportunities and how to avoid them. Learn more at https://www.ftc.gov/incomescams.
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The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies.
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Published: 14th Dec 2020 04:04:51 By: FTCvideos
FTC Video: Cómo Reportar Fraude en ReporteFraude.ftc.gov | Federal Trade Commission
Este video demuestra cómo reportar fraude, estafas, y malas prácticas comerciales a la Comisión Federal de Comercio (Federal Trade Commission, FTC) en https://ReporteFraude.ftc.gov y por qué es importante hacerlo.
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The Federal Trade Commission deals with issues that touch the economic life of every American. It is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies.
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Published: 5th Nov 2020 03:59:43 By: FTCvideos
DIY Video: Hidden Gems of The Central West | TRAVEL | Great Home Ideas
Johanna and Graham are continuing their epic journey through the Central West of New South Wales…and they’ve uncovered some real hidden gems. Johanna visits the ‘Balloon Capital of Australia’, Canowindra, to get some insider tips from a very charming local. With a local brewery, street art and lots of other fun pit-stops in between, this is one road trip to add to your bucket list.
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Published: 25th Sep 2022 10:15:00 By: Great Home Ideas
DIY Video: Ornamental Grass | GARDEN | Great Home Ideas
Charlie’s looking beyond the obvious heroes of your garden and giving an un-sung hero the spotlight for a change; grass. But it’s not the grass you might think, Charlie’s talking about ornamental grass. There are varieties for all types of locations and conditions, so whether you’re in a hot and dry area or cool and rainy, there’s an ornamental grass perfect for your garden.
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 11:15:01 By: Great Home Ideas
DIY Video: Marinated Mushroom And Halloumi Tostadas | FOOD | Great Home Ideas
The barbecue isn’t just for steak and sausages and Fast Ed is out to prove it. He’s reinventing the classic Aussie barbecue with a vegetarian dish that’s packed full of flavour. He’s making tostadas using mushrooms and halloumi to add some heartiness, no meat required
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Published: 23rd Sep 2022 10:45:00 By: Great Home Ideas
DIY Video: Pioneer Brewing Co | TRAVEL | Great Home Ideas
The Central West of NSW may be famous as the home of Australia’s biggest car race, the Bathurst 1000, but there’s so many more reasons to give the area a spin. Tucked behind the Blue Mountains, this region is full of history and hidden gems as Graham and Johanna are about to discover. They stop by Pioneer Brewing Company the largest independently-owned farm-based brewery on Australia’s eastern seaboard.
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Published: 22nd Sep 2022 09:45:01 By: Great Home Ideas
DIY Video: Rediscovering Melbourne | LIFESTYLE | Great Home Ideas
Karen and Melissa are rediscovering their city - using bikes and boats, they wind their way through inner Melbourne, exploring the Botanic Garden, a bustling market and even a farm! But when they get to Federation Square, there’s an exhibition to see and Karen gets to unveil her restaurant; Hero at ACMI.
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Published: 21st Sep 2022 11:15:02 By: Great Home Ideas
This special Bloomberg program features compelling moments and guests such as HRH Prince William, Caroline Kennedy and Bill Gates from the 2022 Earthshot Innovation Summit.
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 12:39:04 By: Bloomberg Markets and Finance
Business Video: Wall Street Week - Full Show 09/23/2022
On this edition of Wall Street Week, Kristina Hooper, Invesco Chief Global Market Strategist and Tracy Alloway, co-host of the Odd Lots podcast, wrap up a volatile week in the markets. Steve Rattner, Willett Advisors Chairman & CEO dives into why he's being cautious with equities and Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers weighs in on the UK's controversial new tax plan.
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 12:38:52 By: Bloomberg Markets and Finance
Business Video: Where to Invest in Turbulent Times
Kristina Hooper, Invesco Chief Global Market Strategist, and Tracy Alloway, co-host of the Odd Lots podcast, talk about recent market moves and whether fixed income has become a haven. They also dive into Citrix's recent debt debacle.
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 12:17:36 By: Bloomberg Markets and Finance
Kristina Hooper, Invesco Chief Global Market Strategist and Tracy Alloway, co-host of the Odd Lots podcast, discuss how markets are adjusting to current conditions and why the path to a soft landing seems narrow. They also look at Britain's new leaders new economic policies.
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Published: 24th Sep 2022 12:08:07 By: Bloomberg Markets and Finance
Steve Rattner, Willett Advisors Chairman & CEO , explains why he's very cautious with equities now and why he still believes we will have a recession.
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