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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.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold is giving you a once-in-a-generation buying opportunity on its way to 4,400
The upside breakout in gold prices has more room to run.16 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
Best iPhone (2024): Which Model Should You Buy?
The iPhone 16 range is here. Here are all the details on Apple's current iPhone lineup to help find the right model for you.21 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Why Fed bets were so out of whack: Waller explains what put him ‘over the edge’ for a jumbo rate cut
Inflation might actually fall too far, the Fed governor says, opening the door wider for more half-point interest-rate cuts.21 hours 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.21 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Small-cap stocks post longest rally since 2021 after Fed rate cut. What’s next?
Small-cap stocks just saw their longest winning streak in three and a half years, after the Federal Reserve recalibrated its monetary policy with a big interest-rate cut.22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
How to invest if you believe the Fed can’t stop the economy from falling apart
Also: What to expect for loan interest rates, how Social Security survivor and spousal benefits work, and advice from the Moneyist.22 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed decision’s lone dissenter worries the bigger rate cut sends a ‘premature victory’ message to markets
Michelle Bowman was the first Federal Reserve governor to dissent from an interest-rate decision since 2005.22 hours 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.22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Jamie Dimon: Only 5% of everyday Americans probably know about the Fed’s historic interest-rate cut
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon suggests the half-point interest-rate cut is “a minor thing” that Wall Street — not Main Street — is obsessing over.23 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Investors hope US rate cuts will provide lift for emerging market debt
Local currency bonds have lagged this year but Fed’s move is expected to ease pressure on developing nationsYesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
Adversarial attacks on AI models are rising: what should you do now?
With AI’s growing influence across industries, malicious attackers continue to sharpen their tradecraft to exploit ML models.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Did the interest rate cuts spark economic growth?
The Federal Reserve Board's announcement to cut interest rates has made stocks surge for now and mortgage rates slightly drop. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices log weekly gains after Fed rate cut, rising Middle East tensions
Oil futures booked solid weekly gains, boosted by the Federal Reserve’s large interest-rate cut and a renewed rise in tensions in the Middle East.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
3 big HELOC benefits to know as interest rates drop
A home equity line of credit can be particularly advantageous for borrowers now as interest rates drop. Here's why.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
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.Yesterday - 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.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Top Fed official would back more aggressive interest rate cuts if US data worsen
Influential governor Christopher Waller says inflation is falling more quickly than he expectedYesterday - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
You can buy the latest iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods right now
Shop the latest iPhone 16, AirPods 4 and Apple Watch Series 10 models online or at Apple locations worldwide.Yesterday - Apple -
CBS News - Top stories
Will mortgage interest rates fall further in September?
Mortgage interest rates plunged to a 2-year low this week. But will they drop even further this month?Yesterday - Mortgage -
Wired - Tech
Which iPhone 16 Model Should You Buy?
You’ve decided to upgrade to Apple’s new iPhone. Now the question is which model to buy. We break it down.Yesterday - Iphone -
NBC News - Top stories
OK, so there was an interest rate cut. What do I do now?
The Federal Reserve’s decision Wednesday to lower its key interest rate by half a percentage point brought some clarity to the country’s top financial decision-makers, sending stocks surging to ...Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
Wired - Tech
Best Apple Watch (2024): Which Model Should You Buy?
Should you splurge for the new Series 10 or stick with the SE? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).Yesterday - Apple -
MarketWatch - Business
Stocks at risk of a bubble after Fed’s jumbo rate cut, BofA strategist says
One Bank of America strategist thinks the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest-rates by 50 basis points this week will ultimately end in tears for investors.Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
Want to Get Into Founder Mode? You Should Be So Lucky
Paul Graham’s viral essay explains why Brian Chesky and Steve Jobs ruled and professional managers stink. But if a manager is smart and the founder is meh, who’s better?Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Will the Fed cut interest rates again this year? Experts weigh in.
The Fed delivered a large interest rate cut this week. Will they do it again?Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - World
Should you always ‘fill to the max’ on tax-free allowances?
Investors are rushing to use their allotments for Isa and pensions accounts in anticipation of Labour’s first BudgetYesterday -
CNBC - Business
Buffalo Bills fans can buy bonds to finance the team's new stadium
Buffalo Bills fans will have the opportunity to help finance their favorite NFL team's new stadium.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
BoJ holds interest rates and upgrades consumption outlook
Central bank forecasts Japanese economy will keep growing at a pace above its potential growth rateYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Why half of voters think Labour has done a poor job so far
Dodgy donations, infrastructure challenges and anticipation of October’s ‘painful’ Budget weigh on party’s approval ratings2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
China unexpectedly leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged after Fed’s jumbo cut
The People's Bank of China (PBOC) said it would keep the one-year loan prime rate (LPR) at 3.35%, as well as the five-year LPR at 3.85%.2 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
Three big investment questions I’m asking now — and so should you
As the fourth quarter looms, portfolio risk, US equities and China are all that matters2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Stocks Hit Record High a Day After Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut
The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent on Thursday, rallying a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Fantasy Football Trade Desk: Should you sell Tyreek Hill?
Eric Samulski breaks down some of the players he’s looking to trade away or trade for in fantasy football.3 days ago - Fantasy Football