What if the Fed doesn’t matter
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MarketWatch - Business
Fed’s Bowman says inflation remains a concern despite recent progress
“While it has not been my baseline outlook, I cannot rule out the risks that progress on inflation could continue to stall,” Fed Gov. Michelle Bowman said.30 minutes ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Will mortgage rates drop in October without a Fed meeting?
Mortgage rates are in the 6.00% range now, but could that change? Here's what could happen in October, experts say.1 hour ago - Mortgage -
The Hill - Politics
Biden administration gets boost from Fed rate cut
The Biden administration is touting its confidence in the economy after a Federal Reserve interest rate cut spurred a stock market rally. Markets popped last week after the Fed cut interest rates ...5 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Financial Times - World
What if the Fed doesn’t matter?
An interesting heresy9 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Treasury yields end above one-year lows as traders ramp up ‘soft landing’ bets
Yields on long-dated Treasurys drifted higher on Monday as traders bet that the Federal Reserve would deliver the “soft landing” that investors have been hoping for.19 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
6 things that impact mortgage interest rates (besides the Fed)
The Fed rate decisions are just one factor that drives mortgage rates. Here's what else can have an impact.19 hours ago - Mortgage -
CBS News - Top stories
Here are the credit products already cheaper after the Fed's rate cut
Lenders are already lowering rates on some products, providing savings to borrowers. Here's what to know.19 hours ago -
ABC News - Health
Feds bust Connecticut dealers accused of selling counterfeit pills throughout the US
Federal law enforcement officials in Connecticut have announced criminal indictments against seven people in a case they're calling one of the largest counterfeit pill busts ever in New England20 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Fed president expecting smaller cuts after half-point reduction
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, on Monday said that consumers can expect smaller interest rate cuts after last week’s significant half-point reduction. "I was ...22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
The Fed Calls Inflation Fight a Success. When Will the Public Notice?
Polls show most Americans are still deeply unhappy about the economy, despite a slowdown in rising prices.23 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari sees a slower pace of rate cuts ahead
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said Monday that he expects policymakers to dial down the pace of interest rate cuts after last week’s half percentage point reduction.23 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Labor market is not ‘flashing red,’ two top Fed officials say
Two top Federal Reserve officials on Monday said that they don’t think the labor market is weakening dangerously — but the risk of further softening called for last week’s half-point cut in the ...Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari sees a slower pace of rate cuts ahead
Kashkari said Monday that he expects to dial down the pace of interest rate reductions after the central bank eased policy by a half percentage point last week.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - World
Fed rate cuts should boost corporate America’s buyback binge
No one wants to end up paying more for a poorer-quality companyYesterday - Federal Reserve -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Universal rolls out its first all-female monster maze. Here's why it matters for horror
"Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines," a maze at Halloween Horror Nights, highlights villains and heroines such as Saskia Van Helsing, the Bride of Frankenstein and Countess Marya Zaleska.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
Michigan Proved It Can Win Ugly. For Now, That’s All That Matters.
The Wolverines aren’t looking for sustainability. They’re looking for whatever can help them win, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
What made the cut in Congress’s plan to avert a shutdown — and what didn't
Congressional leaders have struck a deal to keep the government open past a looming Sept. 30 deadline, after a previous effort to punt the funding fight into spring 2025 and attach a Trump-backed ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
AI's Failure in Biotech? A Reality Check on What Really Matters
By focusing on data quality, domain-specific knowledge, and the synergy between humans and machine learning, AI and biotech are on the way to transformative breakthroughs.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Fed’s high-rates era handed $1tn windfall to US banks
Lenders charged more for loans but kept interest payments to savers down, FT analysis finds2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Feds serve search warrants on interim New York City police commissioner
Tom Donlon's predecessor, Edward Caban, resigned last week after it emerged that Caban's phone was seized as part of a federal investigation that touched several members of New York City Mayor Eric ...2 days ago - New York -
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.3 days 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.3 days 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.3 days ago -
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.3 days ago - 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.3 days ago - 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.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Covid Showed Us That the Truth Is a Matter of Life or Death
I am deeply troubled by the growing distrust of science in our society, just at the time when its insights are most needed.3 days ago - Covid -
The Guardian - World
Farage says Tory brand is ‘bust’ as other Reform UK speeches target immigrants, drag queens, vegans and more – UK politics live
Lee Anderson, Richard Tice and Nigel Farage give speeches at Reform party conference. Richard Partington is the Guardian’s economics correspondent . UK national debt has hit 100% of the country’s ...3 days ago - United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Business
Now That Rates Are Falling, Let’s Turn to Other Matters
The Federal Reserve has at last cut interest rates but our columnist points out a host of concerns that could weigh on financial markets.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Which path will the Fed take to ease monetary policy?
There is little historical experience to guide policymakers or investors, because the current economic cycle is like no other in U.S. history.4 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
The Fed Is Putting the Stock Market on Track for a Rare Achievement
Stocks in September have been negative for four years in a row but momentum from the rate cut could bring change.4 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
DHS is in for a rough ride after the election, no matter who wins
Without support, our already overextended immigration system will face an overwhelming burden to implement the next president's policies.4 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
What The Rangers Are Saying And What They Are Really Thinking
Here are some takeaway's from day one of training camp for the Rangers.4 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed spurred a big rally in Nvidia and other chip stocks. Is it sustainable?
Fed commentary could give a further shot in the arm to AI names that have been market leaders, but the broader semiconductor sector still faces challenges and skepticism.4 days ago -
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?4 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - World
Oprah, Swift and Clooney: do celebrity endorsements matter in the US election?
While A-listers come out for presidential candidates, experts say they may not move the dial on polling day4 days ago -
Financial Times - World
What’s wrong with research about ‘degrowth’?
Some recent reviews highlight vague language and fuzzy policy4 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL: Browns DT Mike Hall Jr. matter remains under review, no change in status
Browns rookie defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. remains on the Commissioner's Exempt list after pleading no contest to disorderly conduct on Thursday.4 days ago - NFL