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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.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
US central bank lowers interest rates by quarter point as new Trump term looms
Rates are now at 4.5% to 4.75%, after two reductions by the Federal Reserve starting in September. The US Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by a quarter point on Thursday, knocking them ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Election Uncertainty Makes Some Employers Wary of Adding Jobs
Some employers say they have been wary to expand until the outcome of the presidential election is known.Business - The New York Times - November 1 -
In Northern Gaza, Hunger Looms Over Daily Existence
Families say they are rationing what little food they can find while living under the constant threat of Israeli bombardment.World - The New York Times - October 18 -
Buy now, pain later — the looming risks of BNPL
Prudential regulators should be monitoring both personal and systemic risksBusiness - Financial Times - October 21 -
As Election Nears, Kelly Warns Trump Would Rule Like a Dictator
John Kelly, the Trump White House’s longest-serving chief of staff, said that he believed that Donald Trump met the definition of a fascist.Top stories - The New York Times - October 23 -
As Election Looms, Disinformation ‘Has Never Been Worse’
A torrent of falsehoods, from home and abroad, have undermined what was once a shared faith in the honesty of America’s democracy.Business - The New York Times - October 23 -
What to Know About the Looming Election Certification Crisis
An investigation in four battleground states found that Republicans have taken control of election boards with the aim of challenging and overturning outcomes that don’t go their way.Top stories - The New York Times - October 25 -
In Georgia, Political Crisis Looms After Disputed Election
The ruling Georgia Dream party won a majority in the vote. The opposition, which fears the country is moving away from the West, says the voting was not fair and that it will not sit in Parliament.World - The New York Times - October 27 -
On the Ellipse, the Stakes Loomed Over Harris’s Shoulder
There was a clear point in returning to the site of Trump’s Jan. 6 crime.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
Job growth stalls in October as Election Day looms
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Job growth stalls in October as Election Day looms Economists were bracing for a ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
France pushes Brussels to delay fines on carmakers
Emissions rules coming into force could lead to billions in penalties being imposed on weak auto industryWorld - Financial Times - November 4 -
The latest intel on the Timberwolves' ownership drama -- and the battle that looms
With arbitration set to begin Monday, here's the latest on Glen Taylor, Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore -- and the battle for the multibillion-dollar franchise.Sports - ESPN - November 4 -
TikTok Employees Shrug Off the US Election
Donald Trump says he’ll spare TikTok. Kamala Harris will likely support the ban. But inside the company, few are talking about the US election.Tech - Wired - November 5 -
Trump's climate policy looms over COP29
A major climate summit kicked off in Azerbaijan on Monday amid uncertainty over U.S. commitments to combatting global warming. President-elect Donald Trump has said he will exit the Paris Climate ...Top stories - CBS News - 21 hours ago -
If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?
The latest rise, to 6.79% for a 30-year mortgage, reflects bond market concern about President-elect Trump’s agenda. It extends an uptick in mortgage rates despite expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Where interest rates are heading
The neutral ‘R-star’ level will be higher but the more notable change will be a steepening of the bond yield curveWorld - Financial Times - October 14 -
ECB lowers rates to 3.25% as inflation slows
Christine Lagarde says Eurozone’s central bankers are close to ‘breaking the neck’ of soaring price pressuresBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
In Texas, Execution Looms Despite Questions in Shaken Baby Case
Robert Roberson could be the first person put to death in connection with shaken baby syndrome. The state’s highest criminal court ruled in another case that the science had changed.Top stories - The New York Times - October 14 -
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Texas supreme court blocks execution of man in late-night ruling
Robert Roberson, 57, who has long claimed innocence over death of daughter, has for now been spared. The Texas supreme court has blocked the execution of a man on death row in a late-night ruling ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
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Austin, in Ukraine, Announces New Arms Shipment as U.S. Election Looms
The trip by the U.S. defense secretary comes as Russian forces steadily gain territory in eastern Ukraine.Top stories - The New York Times - October 21 -
Rachel Reeves’s Budget balancing act
The chancellor’s tax plans must avoid overburdening business and investorsBusiness - Financial Times - October 21 -
Iranian markets slide and flights cancelled as Israeli attack looms
Country braced for retaliation after Tehran’s ballistic missile strike earlier this monthWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
Shake-out for US health insurers looms as government boom ends
Long term, the trends remain in insurers’ favour but there are volatile times aheadWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
Boeing’s New C.E.O. Calls for ‘Culture Change’ as Strike Vote Looms
As Kelly Ortberg presented his strategic vision, more than 33,000 striking employees of the aerospace manufacturer were expected to vote on a new contract.Business - The New York Times - October 23 -
As Election Looms, Justice Dept. Tries to Steer Clear of Politics
A department memo seeks to formalize a pre-election “quiet period” in which senior officials should avoid unnecessary high-profile moves.Top stories - The New York Times - October 24 -
‘Trump Trade’ of Large Tariffs and Deficits Looms as Market Braces for 2024 Election
As investors have focused on the potential fiscal and economic impact of the Republican candidate’s proposals, yields on Treasury debt have risen.Business - The New York Times - October 25 -
Election Officials Face Torrent of Threats as Nov. 5 Looms
Law enforcement’s task for Election Day this year goes far beyond providing physical security, to the essential mission of safeguarding democracy.Top stories - The New York Times - October 25 -
How Israel's retaliatory strikes on Iran could affect looming peace talks
Israel's retaliatory strikes against Iran come after Secretary of State Antony Blinked arrived in Israel to make another push for a cease-fire with Iran's proxy groups. Journalist Courtney Kealy ...Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
As U.S. Election Looms, Biden Aides Struggle With Middle East Wars
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken tried to get Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to envision a U.S.-backed plan for ending the war in Gaza, but there was no sign of progress.World - The New York Times - October 26 -
Spain Opens Its Doors to China as a European Trade War Looms
Spain is forging a path as a “connector” country, drawing Chinese investment as it abstained from taking a position on European tariffs on electric cars.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
Uncomfortable Nikki Haley backers weigh their options with Election Day looming
Kamala Harris’ deployment of prominent Republican Trump critics hasn’t convinced a new focus group of voters who backed Nikki Haley in the GOP presidential primary.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
Village in India where Harris is ‘daughter of the land’ on edge as US election looms
Billboards with Harris’s face wishing her good luck erected across sleepy village and daily prayers held at local temple. Kamala Harris may never have visited Thulasendrapuram, a sleepy village ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
‘People are scared’: Arizonans fear political violence as election looms
Nerves are particularly stretched in Maricopa county, which will likely decide which way the state swings in the polls. Pearl Hubbard picked up some yard signs for Kamala Harris at the ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
As Tipoff Nears for Men’s College Basketball, These Story Lines Loom Large
The UConn Huskies are vying for a third straight championship.Sports - The New York Times - November 1 -
Mexico president lashes out at supreme court amid looming constitutional crisis
Sheinbaum accuses court of overstepping as it prepares to vote on reform that makes almost all judges elected by vote. Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum has accused the country’s supreme court ...World - The Guardian - November 4
