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💡 In business and investing, knowledge is your ultimate competitive advantage.

The right publications and real-time news alerts can help you spot trends before they go mainstream, protect your investments, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

But let’s be honest—who has time to check 20+ websites daily?

The good news? You don’t have to! In this newsletter, we’ll cover:
✅ The most important publications every entrepreneur and investor should follow
✅ How to set up automatic alerts on your desktop & phone so you never miss a game-changing headline

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🚀 Must-Read Publications for Entrepreneurs & Investors

1. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) 📰

Why? The WSJ is one of the most trusted financial publications, providing in-depth reporting on global markets, economics, and business trends.

📌 Key Sections to Follow:

• Markets – Stock market trends, interest rates, and major company moves.

• Entrepreneurship – Startup insights and small business strategies.

• Venture Capital – The latest on funding rounds and investor trends.

📲 How to Get Alerts:

• Download the WSJ App → Go to Settings → Enable Breaking News & Market Alerts

• Sign up for the Morning Briefing Email at WSJ.com

2. Bloomberg 🚀

Why? Bloomberg is an essential tool for investors, covering global financial markets, real-time stock data, and in-depth business insights.

📌 Key Sections to Follow:

• Bloomberg Markets – Up-to-date stock, bond, and commodity prices.

• Economics – Inflation, interest rate changes, and economic forecasts.

• Technology – AI, fintech, and disruptive tech trends.

📲 How to Get Alerts:

• Download the Bloomberg App → Enable Market & Business News Alerts

• Subscribe to Bloomberg Terminal for in-depth analytics (if you’re a serious investor)

• Use Google Alerts (covered below) for keyword tracking

3. The Financial Times (FT) 💰

Why? If you’re an investor or entrepreneur with global aspirations, the FT covers international markets, banking, and trade policy like no other.

📌 Key Sections to Follow:

• Global Economy – Macro trends and trade policies.

• FT Alphaville – Deep analysis for investors.

• Tech & Innovation – Startups and disruptive technology coverage.

📲 How to Get Alerts:

• Subscribe to the Financial Times App → Enable Morning & Breaking News Alerts

• Sign up for the FT Markets Newsletter at FT.com

4. Forbes & Inc. Magazine 📊

Why? These two publications are goldmines for entrepreneurs, covering business growth, funding strategies, and leadership tips.

📌 Key Sections to Follow:

• Forbes Entrepreneurs – Best business advice from successful founders.

• Inc. 5000 – The fastest-growing businesses and how they scale.

• Leadership & Productivity – How to think and execute like top CEOs.

📲 How to Get Alerts:

• Subscribe to the Forbes Entrepreneurs Newsletter at Forbes.com

• Sign up for Inc. Daily to get top articles delivered each morning.

5. TechCrunch & Wired 📡

Why? If you’re in tech, SaaS, AI, or e-commerce, TechCrunch and Wired are must-reads for startup funding news and emerging tech trends.

📌 Key Sections to Follow:

• TechCrunch Startups – Who’s getting funded & why.

• AI & Machine Learning – The latest in automation & business tech.

• Wired Business – Deep insights into digital transformation.

📲 How to Get Alerts:

• Follow TechCrunch on Twitter for real-time news

• Subscribe to Wired’s Innovation Newsletter at Wired.com

6. The Economist 🌍

Why? The Economist provides macro-level insights on the global economy, trade, politics, and market trends—crucial for long-term investors.

📌 Key Sections to Follow:

• Finance & Economics – Key global investment trends.

• Business & Policy – Global laws affecting entrepreneurs.

• Science & Technology – Future innovations and market shifts.

📲 How to Get Alerts:

• Subscribe to The Economist Espresso Daily Briefing at Economist.com

• Download The Economist App → Enable Weekly & Breaking News Alerts

⚡ Automate Alerts: Get Business & Investment News Delivered to Your Phone & Desktop

📌 Step 1: Set Up Google Alerts (Best for Custom News Tracking)

Google Alerts automatically emails you relevant news based on keywords you set.

✅ How to Set It Up:

1. Go to Google Alerts

2. Enter a keyword (e.g., “AI investments” or “stock market news”)

3. Choose how often you want updates

4. Select “Best results” for curated, high-quality news

5. Click Create Alert—now you’ll get alerts directly in your inbox!

📌 Step 2: Use RSS Feeds to Pull Articles Into One Dashboard

Instead of checking multiple websites, use an RSS reader to pull all the latest headlines into one place.

✅ Best RSS Feed Apps for Entrepreneurs & Investors:

• Feedly – Allows you to follow multiple business news sources in one feed.

• Flipboard – AI-powered news aggregator that personalizes your business news.

• Pocket – Saves important articles to read later.

📌 Step 3: Turn On Push Notifications for Critical News

Most business publications allow you to enable real-time push notifications.

✅ Must-Enable Alerts for Fast Updates:

• Bloomberg App – Set alerts for market movements.

• WSJ App – Enable breaking news notifications.

• TechCrunch App – Get instant alerts on startup funding rounds.

💡 Pro Tip: Use Apple’s Focus Mode or Android’s Priority Mode to only allow high-priority business notifications (so you’re not constantly interrupted by distractions).

💡 Final Takeaway: Stay Ahead Without Information Overload

✅ Your Entrepreneur & Investor News Setup in 5 Minutes:

✔️ Set up Google Alerts for must-know topics
✔️ Use Feedly or Flipboard to consolidate multiple sources
✔️ Turn on push notifications for real-time updates
✔️ Subscribe to the top newsletters from WSJ, Bloomberg, and FT

🚀 With these automated tools, you’ll get all the news you need—without wasting hours scrolling.

Which publication or tool do you rely on most? Hit reply and let us know!

Stay Smart, Stay Profitable,
JT

P.S. Need AI tools to help process all this information and act on it faster? Stay tuned for next week’s issue on AI-powered decision-making for entrepreneurs and investors! 🚀