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The Fed’s rate cut should make it easier to get a job — eventually. Here are the industries that could ramp up hiring first.
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The New York Times - Business
What’s Next for Rate Cuts? The Fed Is Watching Jobs and Prices.
A Federal Reserve official predicted quarter point rate cuts if data looked ‘fine’. But he also set out a scenario for a pause — or faster reductions.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Should you buy a home after the Fed's big rate cut?
There are some compelling reasons why homebuyers may want to act now that the Fed has cut rates. Here's what to know.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Should you borrow home equity now that the Fed has cut rates?
It could be a smart time to borrow from your home's equity — but you should consider a few factors first.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed rate cut scared me. Where should I invest my $127,000 in savings now?
This reader wonders whether CD rates, high-yield savings accounts and bond ladders are still smart moves, even if interest rates keep dropping.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
The Fed finally cut interest rates — but let's not get too excited just yet
If you're running a small business, this cut in interest rates will have little impact.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold’s record rally gets added jolt from Fed rate cut. Is there anyone left to buy?
Some analysts warn the pool of potential gold buyers could begin to run dry.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Investors cheer a soft landing scenario after Fed’s big rate cut. But they’re still keeping their guard up for a downturn.
The Federal Reserve finally gave stock-market investors what they wanted this week by cutting interest rates for the first time since March 2020, making a soft landing for the economy more likely ...3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
After Fed’s 50-basis-point rate cut, where should I invest $50,000? I’m 38 — and have a high risk tolerance.
The U.S. Federal Reserve made its biggest cut to the benchmark rate in 16 years on Wednesday.11 hours ago -
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How to invest if you believe the Fed can’t stop the economy from falling apart
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