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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 minutes 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.42 minutes 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.1 hour ago -
ESPN - Sports
Ancelotti: Players would cut pay to play less
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti believes players would be willing to take a pay cut in exchange for fewer games played during the season.5 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Short cuts: a fast-track to Bhutan and skiing comes to Covent Garden
Direct flights from Dubai to Bhutan, a pop-up ski contest in London, and Bangkok claims the ‘world’s best’ hotel6 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 nations7 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
US anticipates announcement to cut back troops in Iraq next week
A long-expected deal to reduce U.S. troop presence in Iraq will likely be announced next week, two administration officials said Friday. The agreement with Iraq, which would reduce American troops ...11 hours ago - Iraq -
CNBC - Business
Fed Governor Waller says inflation softening faster than he expected put him in half-point-cut camp
Waller told CNBC that the data is showing core inflation in the Fed's preferred measure is running below 1.8%13 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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 ...14 hours ago -
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.14 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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.15 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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.15 hours 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.16 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
‘I had 3 offers over 11 months’: With the Fed’s 50-basis-point cut, will I finally be able to sell my house?
“It’s a momentous moment. Interest rates are finally declining.”16 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Social Security’s COLA provides invaluable protection
Recent inflation spike — and moderation — underscores its importance16 hours ago -
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.16 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
GE Vernova May Cut 900 Offshore Wind Jobs as It Scales Back
The company, a spinoff from General Electric, has been plagued by financial losses in its wind unit and, more recently, accidents involving the failure of turbine blades.16 hours ago -
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 expected16 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Trump Media & Technology Group’s stock hits low as insider stock-sale ban lifts
Trump Media & Technology Group Corp.’s stock dropped to its lowest level since it went public in March Friday, as a ban on stock sales lifted.17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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.17 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut
The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.17 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Europe automaker shares slump after Mercedes becomes latest to cut 2024 guidance
Mercedes shares fell more than 6% Friday after the German carmaker cut its 2024 guidance on the back of weaker demand from China.18 hours ago -
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 ...18 hours ago -
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.20 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS Sports - Sports
NFL Week 3 bold predictions: Falcons knock off Chiefs, Vikings remain perfect, Andy Dalton lifts Panthers
Five improbable things that could go down in Week 321 hours ago - NFL -
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.21 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
China’s electric carmakers warn of EU investment cuts over tariff threat
Statement comes as talks continue between Beijing’s commerce minister and European trade commissioner21 hours ago - China -
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?22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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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 ratingsYesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Mercedes-Benz cuts guidance on slump in China’s economy
Mercedes-Benz shares fell 8% on Friday morning as the company cut its guidance for the second time since JulyYesterday - China -
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%.Yesterday - China -
ABC News - Sports
Jon Singleton's two-run double in eighth lifts Astros to 3-1 win over Angels
Jon Singleton’s tiebreaking two-run double with two outs in the eighth inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles AngelsYesterday - MLB -
Financial Times - World
Coffee producers fear being cut off from EU by new land protection law
Drinks company JDE Peets pleads for year’s delay on ban on supplies from deforested areas over lack of guidelinesYesterday - European Union -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
FedEx Cuts Full-Year Outlook After Posting Lower Profit, Revenue
FedEx’s results were dragged down by weaker-than-expected demand, particularly in the U.S. domestic package market.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Mercedes-Benz Cuts Full-Year Outlook
The German luxury carmaker said the move was triggered by the further deterioration of the macroeconomic environment, specifically in China.Yesterday