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Voters will decide on nearly 150 ballot measures. Here are the ones to watch.
Voters across the country are set to decide on nearly 150 ballot measures next week that will shape the future of a wide variety of policy issues in their states.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Voters will decide on nearly 150 ballot measures. Here are the ones to watch.
Voters across the country are set to decide on nearly 150 ballot measures next week that will shape the future of a wide variety of policy issues in their states.Politics - NBC News - Yesterday -
Here are the key factors cited for the Menendez brothers' resentencing
Los Angeles DA George Gascón announced that the Menendez brothers will be eligible for resentencing after nearly 30 years in prison. NBC News' Laura Jarrett reports that Gascón cites the alleged ...Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
How back-to-back hurricanes could impact insurance rates across the U.S.
As Florida residents recover from hurricanes Milton and Helene, experts say the damage will likely worsen the home insurance crisis in the state and could lead to higher rates nationwide. CBS News ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Rising food inflation clouds the good news on headline rates
Let them eat CPIWorld - Financial Times - October 18 -
Interest rate cut hopes raised as wage growth slows
Expectations of a rate cut next month increase as pay growth slows to its lowest rate for more than two years.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
Euro falls to 2-month low as investors price in interest rate cuts
Single currency has dropped more than 2% against dollar so far this monthWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
When will home equity loan interest rates fall again?
Home equity loan interest rates are on the decline. But when, precisely, will they fall again? Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Yen resumes decline on doubts over Japan interest rate rises
Currency sinks below ¥150 against US dollar for first time since August surgeWorld - Financial Times - October 19 -
China cuts interest rates in battle to hit year-end growth target
Beijing steps up efforts to reboot economy amid mounting pressure to achieve goal of about 5% growthWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
How far will credit card interest rates fall in November?
There may be another Fed rate cut on the horizon in November. Here's how it could impact credit card rates.Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
Russia Raises Interest Rate to 21 Percent, Its Highest in Decades
Military spending and recruitment are causing the country’s economy to overheat, leaving regulators in a struggle to rein in rising prices.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Credit card interest rates are surging: How to lower yours now
The average card rate now surpasses 23%, a record high. Luckily, there are rate-reducing strategies that can help.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Mortgage demand stalls as interest rates surge higher ahead of election
Total mortgage application volume was essentially flat, falling 0.1% compared with the previous week.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
What's the home equity loan interest rate forecast for November 2024?
Home equity loan interest rates could fall, but they might not be worth waiting for. Here's everything to know.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
This bank account is paying 5.25% right now as interest rates surge
Big rises in yields in recent weeks are good for savers.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
New U.S. economy data before next Fed interest rate decision
The Federal Reserve will soon announce its next interest rate move as new data trickles in about the U.S. economy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.Top stories - CBS News - 7 hours ago -
Weight-loss drugs could be key in lowering US obesity rates – experts
Medications like Ozempic ‘transformed’ diabetes care because they improved health outcomes, say experts. Obesity rates have decreased slightly in the US and while it’s too early to say whether the ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
The economy grew 2.8% last quarter. Here's how that impacts you
The government released its latest GDP number, which is a measure of the change in the economy's size. The report shows it grew at an annual rate of 2.8% in the third quarter of the year. CBS News ...Top stories - CBS News - 14 hours ago -
Missouri sports betting ballot measure highlights national debate about tax rates
Missouri voters are considering whether to make the state the 40th jurisdiction to legalize sports bettingSports - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Here's where inflation stands in the cities that could decide the election
Inflation has returned to normal but varies widely in major swing-state cities.Top stories - ABC News - October 15 -
Here’s Why Economists Say Trump’s Economic Plans Would Worsen Inflation
Tariffs, the GOP hopeful’s go-to economic policy plank, would raise average household costs by $2,600 a year, and experts say Trump’s other plans would do more harm than good.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
Here’s when consumers might finally stop wincing at higher prices, according to Fed’s Daly
The Fed has recently focused more on stability in the job market. But inflation still weighs heavily on the minds of consumers, the San Francisco Fed President says.Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
Here's why inflation may look like it's easing but is still a huge problem
By nearly every barometer, inflation is still well above where most Americans, and in fact some Fed officials, feel comfortable.Business - CNBC - October 19 -
Inflation is down — but the middle class is still feeling financial pressure. Here's why
Economists say there's a strong role for policy in affecting the prices of essential goods for American families.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Why inflation in one battleground state could sway the election
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
How much does a $250,000 HELOC cost now that rates are dropping?
Thinking about borrowing $250,000 from your home's equity? Here's what your HELOC payments could look like now.Top stories - CBS News - 9 hours ago -
Beaten-up Nextracker provides investors a reason to believe. But timing is key here
Shares of Nextracker jumped 22% on the back of stronger-than-expected results and an increase to its project backlog.Business - CNBC - 12 hours ago -
Is a fixed-rate HELOC worth it now? Here's what some experts think.
Fixed-rate HELOCs are a good option for many homeowners — but consider the current rate environment beforehand.Top stories - CBS News - October 21