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Source: New York Post
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Sentiment Score: -0.85
AI Explanation:
The overall sentiment is very negative for the companies involved in the recall. The article details a large-scale recall of 1.7 million Midea-manufactured air conditioners due to mold growth, leading to consumer health issues (respiratory problems, allergic reactions). This significantly damages the reputation and product quality perception of Midea and the brands (like Insignia, owned by Best Buy) that sold these faulty units. The direct mention of 'Insignia' as one of the recalled brands directly implicates Best Buy in this negative event.