The Fed, explained: What it’s trying to do and why it matters to you

Here's what to expect with the Fed's next interest rate cut looming

On Thursday, the Federal Reserve will announce its latest decision on whether to cut its benchmark interest rate again. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what to know.

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What a potential Fed rate cut could mean for the economy

As the Fed wraps up its two-day meeting, there's a chance of another interest rate cut. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the potential impact on ...

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What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

Another Fed rate cut is now official. Here's what that could mean for mortgage interest rates.

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

What does the Fed's interest rate cut say about the state of the economy?

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the second time this year just days after the end of a presidential race in which inflation played a big role. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly ...

Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago

Fed cuts rates by quarter point: What it means for your money

The Federal Reserve announced it will lower interest rates by a quarter point. It’s a decision that impacts everything from home loans to credit cards. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break ...

What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates

The Federal Reserve issued another cut to the federal funds rate this week. Here's what it could mean for HELOC rates.

What does Norris need to do to beat Verstappen?

BBC Sport analyses the Formula 1 title battle including the factors that may help Lando Norris overhaul Max Verstappen.

Maggie Haberman on What an Unleashed Trump Might Do

The New York Times political correspondent discusses Donald Trump’s past, present and possible future.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Ancelotti: Mbappé knows what to do in Clásico bow

Kylian Mbappé "knows what he has to do" in his first Clásico, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday, backing the star forward to deliver in this weekend's top-of-the-table LaLiga clash.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Israel strikes back: What will Iran do next?

Iran says it has right to defend itself after Israeli attack

And what could Harris/Trump do differently?

Giorgia Meloni Knows Exactly What She’s Doing

In a country where cabinets and positive approval ratings are infamously short-lived, Italy’s prime minister is becoming a rare paragon of stability.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

What would Harris and Trump do in power?

Economy, immigration, abortion and other top issues - here is where the two candidates stand.

What time do polls close on Election Day?

Election Day just a day away, and many voters have already cast their ballots in what polls show could be one of the closest presidential elections of all time. Former President Trump and Vice ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

What does ‘Hot Mom International’ actually do?

FTAV stepping into the void left by small-caps research

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

What would Trump do if he lost?

After refusing to accept that he lost the 2020 election the former president has been casting doubt on this year’s vote

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Americast: What Will Trump (And Harris) Do Now?

Our third episode in 24 hours.

What Should Donald Trump’s Opponents Do Next?

What should Trump’s opponents do next?

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Why It Matters That JD Vance's Financial Adviser Posted About Drug Use on Reddit for Years

Aaron Kofsky isn’t just a random staffer; he is JD Vance’s financial policy adviser during an election cycle that cares about crypto.

Tech - Wired - October 17

Hamas' Yahya Sinwar killed, Israel says. Why it matters as Middle East conflict escalates.

Hamas' chief Yahya Sinwar was killed during an Israeli operation in the Gaza Strip, officials have confirmed. This development could signal the next phase of Israel's conflict in the Middle East ...

The real-estate industry is battling over how homes are listed for sale. Here’s why that matters to buyers and sellers.

The outcome of a real-estate industry dispute could change how the average American finds for-sale home listings.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

Noticias Telemundo anchor Julio Vaqueiro on why the Latino vote matters more than ever

The voting bloc has moved front and center as Vice President Harris and former President Trump head into the final days of the election.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 2

Fantasy Film Room midseason review: Surprises, disappointments and why RBs matter | Yahoo Fantasy Forecast

It's Thursday and 'Fantasy Film Room' is back with Nate Tice and Matt Harmon. The two dive into our midseason review and reveal their biggest fantasy surprise and disappointment of the 2024 season ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Muddled Jobs Data May Do Little to Alter Immediate Fed Rate Path

Officials at the Federal Reserve are widely expected to cut rates by a quarter point next week.

Business - The New York Times - November 1

As Bills and Jets show Jerry Jones what ‘all in’ means, Cowboys owner grapples with team's uncertain outlook

Don't expect the Cowboys to make a splashy midseason trade like we've seen from other teams. Jones made it clear in his angry radio rant he thinks he's got the team to turn things around.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Want to understand what just happened? Try talking to Trump voters for a change.

Democrats should engage in conversations with Trump voters to understand why they voted for him, rather than making assumptions about them.

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Blind date: ‘Hopefully he thought I was funny, as I do try pretty hard’

Florence, 25, a political science master’s student, meets Joe, 28, a civil servant. What were you hoping for? At the very least a story and an entertaining evening, good or bad. Continue ...

World - The Guardian - 21 hours ago

What Lower Inflation Means For You

There’s been a surprise fall in the rate at which prices increase

Chris Hoy shows us all what really matters on and off the field of play | Cath Bishop

Greater imagination, ambition and perspective is required to set up opportunities and explore what’s possible. Chris Hoy’s cancer prognosis has delivered a jolting shock to the senses, a reminder ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

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Here's what to expect with the Fed's next interest rate cut looming

What a potential Fed rate cut could mean for the economy

What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

What does the Fed's interest rate cut say about the state of the economy?

Fed cuts rates by quarter point: What it means for your money

What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates

What does Norris need to do to beat Verstappen?

Maggie Haberman on What an Unleashed Trump Might Do

Ancelotti: Mbappé knows what to do in Clásico bow

Israel strikes back: What will Iran do next?

And what could Harris/Trump do differently?

Giorgia Meloni Knows Exactly What She’s Doing

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What would Trump do if he lost?

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Why It Matters That JD Vance's Financial Adviser Posted About Drug Use on Reddit for Years

Hamas' Yahya Sinwar killed, Israel says. Why it matters as Middle East conflict escalates.

The real-estate industry is battling over how homes are listed for sale. Here’s why that matters to buyers and sellers.

Noticias Telemundo anchor Julio Vaqueiro on why the Latino vote matters more than ever

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Muddled Jobs Data May Do Little to Alter Immediate Fed Rate Path

As Bills and Jets show Jerry Jones what ‘all in’ means, Cowboys owner grapples with team's uncertain outlook

Want to understand what just happened? Try talking to Trump voters for a change.

Blind date: ‘Hopefully he thought I was funny, as I do try pretty hard’

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Chris Hoy shows us all what really matters on and off the field of play | Cath Bishop

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