Tech stocks had a strong 2017, but a couple ended out on a bit of a down note. We take a look at what might be in store for some of the biggest names in the industry. Apple shares were up 47 percent, but closed out with a mea culpa over its batteries and predictions that iPhone X sales may not be as strong as expected. Meanwhile Samsung is catching up in terms of profit and revenues. We watch for what the South Korean electronics giant expects for the fourth quarter. Facebook also had a strong year, despite concerns over fake news and EU regulations. Snap shares hope to turn around after a disappointing market debut. And will Tesla make its production goals? We break down the outlook.

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Small grocers and convenience stores feel an impact as customers go without SNAP benefits
Some small grocery stores and neighborhood convenience stores are eager for the U.S. government shutdown to end and for their customers to start receiving federal food aid again. Late last month, the Trump administration froze funding for the SNAP benefits that about 42 million Americans use to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says about 74% of the assistance was spent last year at superstores like Walmart and supermarkets like Kroger. Around 14% went to smaller stores that are more accessible to SNAP beneficiaries. A former director of the United Nations World Food Program says SNAP is not only a social safety net for families but a local economic engine that supports neighborhood businesses.
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