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World - ABC News
South Korea's central bank cuts rates in a bid to boost the economy
South Korea’s central bank cut its policy rate for the first time in more than four years as pressure to revive a sluggish economy outweighed concerns about the country’s level of household debt15 minutes ago - South Korea -
World - The New York Times
A Woman Won South Korea’s First Literature Nobel. That Says a Lot.
While Han Kang’s victory was celebrated as a crowning cultural achievement for her country, her work also represents a form of rebellion against its culture.26 minutes ago -
Business - CNBC
Bank of Korea cuts interest rates after holding for almost two years
The BOK cut its benchmark interest rate from 3.5% to 3.25% after a “clear trend of stabilization” with inflation.3 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Battle Brews Over Site Tied to Postwar Sex Trade Near U.S. Bases in South Korea
South Korean women who worked at brothels for U.S. soldiers are fighting to block the razing of a site where many were forcibly treated for venereal diseases.6 hours ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
How South Korea's 'real-life mermaids' made Malala want to learn to swim
The activist is producing a film about South Korea's real-life mermaids, the haenyeo.7 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump tells Detroit he'll make car loan interest tax-deductible
Former President Trump laid out his pitch to strengthen the auto industry in an economic address in Detroit on Thursday, proposing to make interest on car loans fully tax deductible, pledging to ...11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Trump proposes new tax break on car loan interest
Donald Trump supported making interest on car loans fully tax deductible, the latest tax-cut promise the GOP nominee has made before Election Day.11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Business - MarketWatch
JPMorgan, Wells Fargo to kick off bank earnings parade as Wall Street weighs lower interest rates
JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Wells Fargo & Co. kick off third-quarter earnings season this coming Friday, as Wall Street looks for fresh clues on how lower interest rates may boost profits for big U.S. ...13 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
3 big risks of waiting for mortgage interest rates to fall
While trying to time the market may land you a better interest rate, it can also come with some risks to consider.16 hours ago - Mortgage -
Top stories - CBS News
What is a mortgage interest rate modification and how do you get it?
A mortgage rate modification could make sense if your mortgage payments or current rate are higher than you'd like.17 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you18 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
7-Eleven Owner Plans Revamp of Noncore Businesses Amid Buyout Interest From Couche-Tard
Seven & i Holdings slashed its profit outlook and announced plans to revamp its noncore businesses as it faced a revised takeover bid from Canada’s Alimentation Couche-Tard.19 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
South Korea's Han Kang wins Nobel Literature Prize
Han Kang is the first South Korean winner and only the 18th woman to win the Nobel literature prize.19 hours ago - South Korea -
World - The Guardian
South Korea’s Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel prize in literature – follow live
Author, known for her acclaimed work The Vegetarian, honoured for her ‘intense prose that confronts historical traumas’. Last year, Norwegian writer Jon Fosse won the Nobel, having long been tipped ...19 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
North Korea wades into Ukraine
North Korea has entered the Ukraine war by providing artillery ammunition and military technology to Russia, and is now deploying soldiers to the Donetsk Oblast to assist in rebuilding ...20 hours ago - Ukraine -
Business - MarketWatch
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate panic is creating a windfall for retirees
Those who need to generate low-risk income out of their savings can earn more than they could have done even a few weeks ago.21 hours ago -
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Business - CNBC
As interest rates fall, it's a 'fantastic time' to revisit bonds, advisor says — here's why
As the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, investors should revisit their bond portfolio, experts say. Here's which bonds could see a boost.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
How to earn big CD returns as interest rates are cut
A single interest rate cut hasn't dramatically affected CD accounts. Here's how you can still earn a big return now.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
What will happen to home prices as interest rates are cut?
Experts predict home prices will rise as interest rates are cut, but two other outcomes could unfold.Yesterday -