Inflation rate falls to 2.9% in July: Will the Fed cut interest rates?
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MarketWatch - Business
‘My mom still has his original will’: A few months before he died, my father went online and made a secret will, cutting off my mother. Can he do this?
“His new will leaves his estate to my two nieces, nephew, my sister and me.”10 minutes ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How to make CD accounts valuable as interest rates drop
There are ways to make CD accounts valuable even as interest rates fall. Here's how to get the most out of them.38 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Retail sales rise again and show U.S. economy still on solid ground ahead of Fed rate cut
Sales at retailers rose slightly in August in a sign of resilience among U.S. households, suggesting the U.S. economy is still on solid footing as the Federal Reserve plots to cut interest rates.58 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
A possible Fed interest-rate cut boosts home builders confidence
Builder sentiment rose as mortgage rates fell, the National Association of Home Builders said.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
Corporate America Cares Less and Less About Inflation
Fewer S&P 500 companies are mentioning inflation during earnings calls ahead of the Fed's first rate cut1 hour ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Fall is almost here. Map shows foliage forecast across the U.S.
A CBS News map shows where leaf colors are changing, updated regularly.1 hour ago -
CNBC - Business
Former Dallas Fed President Kaplan advocates for a half-point interest rate cut
Making the bolder move of 50 basis points would better position policymakers heading into the latter part of the year, Kaplan told CNBC.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
Traders step up bets on BoE interest rate cut
Markets price in 35% chance of central bank move this week as expectations of large US rate cut have grown1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
2-, 10-year Treasury yields inch higher from 2024 lows after retail-sales data
Two- through 10-year Treasury yields advanced Tuesday morning, but remained not far from their lowest closing levels in one or two years, after August’s retail-sales report pointed to a U.S. ...1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Nucor’s stock falls after steelmaker issues profit warning, citing lower selling prices
Nucor’s stock slumped Tuesday after the steelmaker maker warned investors of a third-quarter profit shortfall, as lower selling prices weighed on its steel-mill business.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Fed is finally about to cut interest rates — and I’m selling my house. Is this the perfect time? ‘It’s a momentous moment’
“I had three offers over 11 months, one more frustrating than the next.”1 hour ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Is debt relief worth it as interest rates drop? Experts weigh in
Interest rates on credit cards and loans may begin to drop. So should borrowers still use debt relief services?1 hour ago -
CNBC - Business
Fed to cut rates by a quarter point with a soft landing expected, according to CNBC Fed Survey
The survey shows 84% of the 27 respondents, including economists, fund managers and strategists, see the Fed cutting by a quarter percentage point.2 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
How the Fed’s rate decision could unravel a big bond-market recession bet
The stakes for investors are running high ahead of a historic rate cut expected from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday.2 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Fed rate-cut declares ‘mission accomplished’ on inflation — but is it too soon?
Yardeni: Consumers would welcome a large interest-rate cut, but the Fed’s first step should be small.3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices steady as traders monitor demand outlook, await Fed decision
Oil futures were trading on either side of unchanged Tuesday morning after gaining three of the past four sessions, with traders looking for direction as they weighed concerns about the outlook for ...3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - World
A crisis of confidence at the Fed
Its self doubt comes in a decisive week for central banks3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
A Fed interest-rate cut could make small-cap stocks a good investment now
U.S. small-cap stocks have staged an epic rally over the past month as the Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates for the first time since 2020. Has the time for small caps finally come?3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
Why Company Growth Rate Equals Career Opportunity Rate
Your company's growth rate is a valuable talent retention tool.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed interest-rate cut is the right move — unless it triggers more inflation
The challenge: Keep interest rates low enough for the U.S. economy to expand, but not so low as to overheat labor markets.4 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Bets on wild stock-market swings boom as traders face most uncertain Fed rate decision in recent memory
Some options traders are leaving nothing to chance ahead of Wednesday’s Federal Reserve policy meeting.4 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
The immigrants you fear are just like your ancestors. Don’t fall for political scare tactics.
Immigrants to America have always faced prejudice and discrimination, but their children assimilate into American culture, proving that they are just like their ancestors who came generations ago.4 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how the Fed's first rate cut in 4 years may impact your money
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates at its September 18 meeting. Here's how the decision could impact your finances.5 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘This flies in the face of my morals and ethics’: My father cut my sisters out of his six-figure estate. Should I push back?
“Although there is time for him to change his mind, my dad is a stubborn man.”5 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘He was in the early stages of dementia’: My father put my brother on the deed to his house. His lawyer had a big conflict of interest. What do we do?
“Should we seek a lawyer to work on our behalf?”5 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
What Fed Interest Rate Cuts Means for Mortgages, Car Loans and More
Here’s what lowered interest rates will mean for your car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.6 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
11 Notable Fashion Books Out This Fall
Iris Apfel, Diane Keaton and Henri Bendel are just some of the style icons featured in the pages of this season’s most fashionable titles.6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is selling $61.5 million Beverly Hills estate that was raided by Feds
Combs is asking over $20 million more than he paid for the stunning 10-bedroom estate.6 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
How the Fed Cutting Interest Rates Affects Banks, Stocks and More
For corporate America, this week’s expected interest rate cut carries risks along with rewards.6 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
ABC News - World
At least 15 dead since July and thousands of hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru
Peruvian authorities say that wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead since July and more than 3,000 hectares of cultivated land and natural areas scorched6 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
CNBC Daily Open: Rate cuts might not benefit tech the most
Technology stocks benefit the most from low interest rates, conventional market wisdom says. But that might not hold true this cycle.7 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Emmy Awards ratings up more than 50%, reversing record lows
The Emmys telecast on ABC reached nearly 7 million viewers, a jump of more than 50% from the record low of the last ceremony in January11 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The 9 best laptops for fall 2024 are whip-smart thanks to AI
Here are our top picks for the best Windows and MacBook laptop computers that offer the latest AI tools15 hours ago