Before the Fed Lowers Interest Rates Make These 4 Money Moves to Prepare Your Finances
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USMNT transfers: Grading moves as Jesus Ferreira goes to Seattle Sounders, Brandon Vazquez makes MLS return
Here's what to know about Americans in the transfer windowCBS Sports - 6d -
Fed officials saw need for ‘careful approach’ to future rate cuts
Minutes from December meeting show policymakers are concerned about US inflation risksFinancial Times - 6d -
Rate-Cut Decision Was Narrow, Fed Minutes Show
Stubborn inflation, and potential tariffs, make future rate cuts uncertain.The New York Times - 6d -
Most Fed officials were worried about higher inflation, but not enough to put rate hikes on the table, minutes of December meeting show
“Almost all” Fed officials judged that the upside risks to inflation had increased, according to minutes of the Fed’s December meeting released Wednesday.MarketWatch - 6d -
What's a good CD interest rate in 2025?
CD rates have dropped, but they're still relatively high as 2025 begins. Here's what's considered a good rate now.CBS News - 6d -
What factors drive mortgage loan interest rates?
The Fed rate decisions aren't the only factor that plays a role in where mortgage rates head next.CBS News - 6d -
Fed Minutes May Show Why More Rate Cuts Will Face Hurdles
After a quarter-point cut in December, Chairman Jerome Powell said policymakers may be more cautious, since the incoming administration will create more uncertainty.Inc. - 6d -
Microsoft makes powerful Phi-4 model fully open-source on Hugging Face
Phi-4 demonstrates that smaller, well-designed models can achieve comparable or superior results compared with larger models.VentureBeat - Jan. 8 -
5 important credit card debt relief moves to make this January
Certain moves may help you break free from credit card debt, experts say. Here are five to explore this month.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Fed’s Waller backs more rate cuts, says he doesn’t think proposed Trump tariffs will spark inflation
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said Wednesday that he doesn’t think that proposed import tariffs from the incoming Trump administration will lead to upward pressure on inflation.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Sabres Want To Make Big Move With Star
The Sabres are reportedly interested in making this move with one of their top forwards.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8 -
'How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies' is no comic romp but a touching Thai drama
The movie's underlying economic circumstances — society-wide financial straits driving people to extreme measures — rings true for the filmmaker.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
Trump: ‘Interest rates are far too high’
President-elect Trump on Tuesday declared interest rates are too high even as he decried still-elevated inflation, setting up renewed tensions with the central bank chair who resisted pressure cut ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Ignore Musk, ignore the critics – you’ll feel the benefit of Labour’s policies in your pocket before long | Polly Toynbee
Despite the doom-mongers, the outlook for the economy, the NHS and vital services is good. Coming months should bear that out. Look up, despite the bleak midwinter, the flu crisis and this dismal ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
US corporate bankruptcies hit 14-year high as interest rates take toll
Consumer companies such as Party City hit by persistent inflation and weak spendingFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
HELOC interest rate pros and cons to know for 2025
A HELOC interest rate comes with some significant pros and cons in today's evolving economic climate.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
5 smart CD moves to make this January
CD interest rates are down slightly, but they can still be a good investment in 2025. Here are five steps to take now.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
7 ways to get a lower mortgage rate in 2025
Lowering your interest rate can save you money over the life of the loan. Here are seven ways to make it happen.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Jimmy Carter lying in repose for final day in Atlanta before services move to Washington
Former President Jimmy Carter is lying in repose at the Carter Center in Atlanta for a final day before traveling to Washington, D.C., Tuesday where he will lie in state at the Capitol. CBS News' ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Fed has hit the pause button for rates, and may only cut once this year, experts say
The Federal Reserve is going to sit on the sidelines and may only cut rates once this year, according to prominent economists attending the American Economic Association meeting in San Francisco ...MarketWatch - Jan. 6 -
FTSE 100 bosses make more money in 2025 by noon today than average worker in a year
Bosses to hit milestone on third working day of 2025 with median hourly pay of £1,298, says High Pay Centre. . The chief executives of FTSE 100 companies will have made more money in 2025 by midday ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Filip Gustavsson makes 20 saves in the Wild's 4-0 victory over the Hurricanes
Filip Gustavsson made 20 saves for his third shutout this season, Marco Rossi had four assists and the Minnesota Wild beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 on Saturday nightABC News - Jan. 4 -
‘We’ve been at this rodeo before’: gun-safety groups prepare for second Trump term
With ‘the best friend gun owners have ever had in the White House’ to return, gun-safety groups eye state level actions. Donald Trump ’s imminent return to Washington has put gun-safety groups on ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
These stock-trading moves can boost your portfolio if the ‘Santa Claus rally’ fails
Despite year-end selling, market conditions look promising for 2025.MarketWatch - Jan. 4 -
Feds find bomb-making material in home of New Orleans attacker
New Orleans is ramping up security in the aftermath of the New Year's Day terror attack that killed 14 people and wounded dozens more. The city is set to host the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Trump to be sentenced before inauguration in New York "hush money" case
Before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in for a second term, he'll have to face criminal sentencing in New York City in his so-called "hush money" case, a judge ruled Friday. Ed O'Keefe has ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
How much will a $10,000 CD earn at today's lower rates?
CD returns on a $10,000 deposit have dropped, but they're not insignificant. Here's how much savers can still earn.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Fantasy Football Week 18 Non-PPR Cheat Sheet: Updated player ratings to guide your toughest lineup calls
Matchup ratings for every player in your Week 18 gamesCBS Sports - Jan. 3 -
Five green finance questions for 2025
The new year will bring tough challenges for investors in the energy transitionFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
How to Burnout-Proof Your Workplace According to Organizational Psychology: Make It SMART
Psychology offers an easy-to-remember action plan for leaders looking to help employees avoid burnout this year.Inc. - Jan. 3 -
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid prepare move for Huijsen
Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.ESPN - Jan. 3 -
Why the U.S. economy is still strong despite the Fed’s 2022-’23 rate hikes
Something surprising happened on the way toward the highest U.S. interest rates in more than a dozen years: Neither consumers nor businesses buckled under the weight of higher borrowing costs from ...MarketWatch - Jan. 3 -
Biden Officials Prepare for Potential Bird Flu Outbreak With Added Money
The administration is committing an additional $306 million toward battling the virus, and will distribute the money before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Saquon Barkley hilariously trolling Giants owner will make your entire day
There's good, there's great and then there's Saquon Barkley trolling Giants owner John Mara.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2 -
Real estate trends for 2025: Regional sales, interest rates, more
From home sales ramping up in the South to when mortgage interest rates could come down, NBC’s senior business correspondent Christine Romans shares everything to know before buying a home in 2025.NBC News - Jan. 2 -
2025 Dynasty Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings: Chase Brown makes a move inside the top 10
Updated rankings updates for running backs in Dynasty leaguesCBS Sports - Jan. 1 -
It's time to reset your finances for 2025's knowns and unknowns
2025 could bring economic changes with the potential to hit millions of people’s wallets in different ways.NBC News - Jan. 1 -
Diet and exercise strategies that may lower your 'biological age'
New Year’s resolutions to eat healthier or exercise more might have the added benefit of helping to reduce one's “biological age,” some recent research suggests.NBC News - Jan. 1
