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How Inflation and High Interest Rates Have Changed the Economy

September 19, 2024
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As inflation cools and the Federal Reserve cuts rates, an era of economic upheaval is coming to a close, but not without lingering marks. Source link

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Fed Cuts Interest Rates for First Time in Four Years

September 18, 2024
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Fed officials kicked off rate cuts with a half-point reduction, confident that inflation is cooling and eager to keep the job market strong. Source link

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Fed moves to protect job market with big rate cut
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Fed moves to protect job market with big rate cut

September 18, 2024
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The move indicates that the central bank is growing nervous about the weakening labor market. Source link

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A Fed Rate Cut Would Cap a Winning Streak for Biden and Harris on Prices

September 18, 2024
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Improved data on borrowing costs and price growth has buoyed consumers, but it might be coming too late to significantly affect the presidential race Source link

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How the Fed Cutting Interest Rates Affects Banks, Stocks and More

September 17, 2024
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For corporate America, this week’s expected interest rate cut carries risks along with rewards. Source link

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As Federal Reserve Readies Interest Rate Cut, Risks to Job Market Still Loom

September 16, 2024
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The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates this week. Recent jobs data have been a reminder that a soft landing is not yet assured. Source link

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Joe Biden preps to sell the economy — to boost his legacy and help Harris
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Joe Biden preps to sell the economy — to boost his legacy and help Harris

September 15, 2024
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Biden is determined to convince a skeptical public that he strengthened the economy. Source link

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Hollywood Movie Producers Find a Harder Time Making a Living

September 15, 2024
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Corporate consolidation and technology have upended many jobs in recent decades. But few arcs are more surprising than that of the Hollywood producer. Source link

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Ending the Boeing Strike Won’t Be Easy. Here’s Why.

September 14, 2024
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The vehemence of workers over wages and other issues caught the company and union leaders off guard. Source link

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Amazon Sought Tariff Loophole Used by Chinese Rivals. Now Biden Is Closing It.

September 14, 2024
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Under pressure from Chinese competitors, Amazon, Walmart and other U.S. retailers have been exploring ways to avoid tariffs. Could a new Biden administration rule change that? Source link

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