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Swiss National Bank takes leap with 50-basis-point interest rate cut amid franc strength
The Swiss National Bank on Thursday cut its key interest rate by 50 basis points, exceeding expectations of a smaller trim.CNBC - Dec. 12 -
Are negative interest rates about to make a comeback? One banker says it’s possible
The age of negative interest rates might not be over.MarketWatch - Dec. 12 -
White House holds press briefing
Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a press briefing.NBC News - Dec. 12 -
Welcome to ‘Super Thursday.’ One central bank in Europe has surprised with a 50-basis point cut.
The Swiss National Bank cut interest rates by a bigger-than-expected amount. Onto the ECB decision for later.MarketWatch - Dec. 12 -
In Japan, Designers Fit Big Ideas Into Tiny Homes
Some newer houses around the country are barely wider than a common family car.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
The case for a global defence bank
Transformative solutions are required to overhaul procurement and expand the pool of available capitalFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
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European Central Bank heads for last rate cut of year — but jumbo move seems off the table
The euro zone central bank will need to do "heavy lifting" next year to support the waning economy, analysts say.CNBC - Dec. 11 -
Inside Salt Lake City's booming banking industry
CNBC takes viewers on a deep dive into Salt Lake City's booming industrial banking sector.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
Denmark's Nykredit to Buy Spar Nord Bank
Danish financial services group Nykredit will make a cash bid for Spar Nord Bank in a deal that values the Danish bank at around $3.5 billion.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 10 -
Ohtani 'unlikely' to pitch in Dodgers' Japan series
Shohei Ohtani is expected to be ready to hit when the Dodgers open their season in Japan next March, but it's "very unlikely" he will also pitch in those games, manager Dave Roberts said.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
'Low-hire, low-fire': The U.S. job market is stagnant right now, economists say
The labor market is not nearly as dynamic as it was in 2021 and 2022. That provides both good and bad news for workers.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
Schiff: Trump jail threat 'about sending a message that no one better hold him to account'
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) said President-elect Trump’s threat to throw members of the House committee that investigated rioting at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, in jail is a signal "that no ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Biggest surprises, disappointments and storylines one month into men's basketball season
Which contenders have faded? Which look stronger than ever? Breaking down our early thoughts on the men's hoops season.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
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‘Little Prince’ holds shield aloft as thriller has Atlético plotting epic route | Sid Lowe
Antoine Griezmann caps a 4-3 victory over Sevilla with a galvanising moment that has the faithful dreaming big. When at last the battle was over, the Little Prince picked up his shield, their ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
China consumer inflation rate drops to a five-month low, missing expectations as economy slows
China's consumer prices rose less-than-expected in November, climbing 0.2% from a year ago, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics released Monday.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
Demand for staff sinks to four-year low in UK
Tax rises spread gloom over pre-Xmas jobs market, recruiters report in NovemberFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
How to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025
Ready to borrow from your home equity? Here are three ways to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Health-care quality rating at 24-year low: Gallup
Americans’ outlook on the quality of health care in the U.S. is at a 24-year low, according to a new survey. The Gallup poll, released Friday, shows 33 percent of U.S. adults said the quality of ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
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Lululemon’s stock soars as 16 banks hike their price targets. One bear says sell into the rally.
The athleisure-apparel company’s pivot to bright colors seems to be working.MarketWatch - Dec. 6 -
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India central bank cuts growth forecast
RBI holds rates and says economy has bottomed outFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
India's central bank revises down economic growth forecast for 2025, keeps interest rate steady
The Reserve Bank of India has held interest rate steady since February last year, while a sharper-than-anticipated slowdown in India's growth has made RBI's task tougher.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
One Rams D-lineman wins a rookie of the month award, and another is revealed on 'The Masked Singer'
Although the friendly competition is fierce each day among the four talented young pass rushers on the Los Angeles Rams’ defensive front, this week was a whole new tuneABC News - Dec. 5 -
One Rams D-lineman wins a rookie of the month award, and another is revealed on 'The Masked Singer'
Although the friendly competition is fierce each day among the four talented young pass rushers on the Los Angeles Rams’ defensive front, this week was a whole new tuneABC News - Dec. 5 -
HELOC interest rates fall to new 2024 low: Why you shouldn't wait to apply
With HELOC rates dropping to a 2024 low, it may not make sense for borrowers to wait longer to apply. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Homebuyer demand for mortgages jumped 6%, as interest rates fell to lowest level in over a month
Potential homebuyers are responding to lower mortgage rates and a higher supply of homes for sale.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Homebuyer demand for mortgages jumped 6%, as interest rates fell to the lowest level in over a month
Potential homebuyers are responding to lower mortgage rates and a higher supply of homes for sale.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
The teams that have impressed (TCU!) and disappointed (USC) one month into the season
From JuJu Watkins and USC to Paige Bueckers and UConn, we break down what's happened so far.ESPN - Dec. 4 -
Central banks should tread cautiously with rate cuts, says OECD
Core price pressures and services inflation should make rate-setters wary of cutting too fast, report concludesFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Japan’s audacious bid to become a semiconductor superpower
The government is backing a start-up that aims to upend the economics and geography of the microchip industry. Does it have a chance of success?Financial Times - Dec. 4 -
Top Fed Official Leans Toward Rate Cut This Month, If Data Supports It
In a recent speech, Christopher Waller, a member of the Fed Board of Governors, said a rate cut hinged on inflation continuing to drop.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
Banks that issue credit cards used by millions of consumers raised interest rates and introduced new fees over the past year in response to an impending regulation that most experts now believe ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
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Japan’s Nomura bank boss takes 30% voluntary pay cut after worker tries to kill customer
Wealth management employee charged with robbery, attempted murder and arson after home visit to elderly clients. Business live – latest updates The boss of the Japanese bank Nomura has ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
A Second-Rate Crime Gets a Second-Rate Pardon
At least Joe didn’t make Hunter ambassador to a major international ally.The New York Times - Dec. 2
