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Category: Interest Rates
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Why the Markets Don’t Care About the Midterms
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Inflation Accelerated in October, PCE Index Shows
The New York Times – Business:The Personal Consumption Expenditures index picked up in September, according to data released a day after the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady.
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In Moving Gradually, Fed Risks Having to Play Catch-Up to Quell Inflation
The New York Times – Business:Federal Reserve officials are expected to restart rate increases in December, but the cadence of additional moves will depend on the data.
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Fed Holds Rates Steady Despite Lack of Progress on Inflation
The New York Times – Business:Kevin M. Warsh, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, said an “information-rich” period before the central bank’s gathering in December will help officials determine next steps for policy.
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Fed Will Hold Fewer Rate-Setting Meetings Starting Next Year
The New York Times – Business:Kevin M. Warsh, the Federal Reserve’s chairman, said the central bank would vote on interest rates seven times in 2027 and six in 2028. It has traditionally voted eight times per year.
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How the Fed’s Interest Rate Decision Affects Credit Cards, Loans and More
The New York Times – Business:The Federal Reserve is widely expected to leave its benchmark rate untouched, but a December hike could make holiday borrowing more costly.
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The Federal Reserve Will Release Its Interest Rate Decision Today. Here’s What to Watch.
The New York Times – Business:The central bank is widely expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday, just days before the midterm elections.
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How to Tax and Spend in a ‘Turbulent Time?’ U.K. Tries a Balancing Act.
The New York Times – Business:The new government, led by Andy Burnham, will deliver its first budget on Wednesday, a plan expected to tread between wide ambition and narrow financial limits.
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A Punishing Housing Market Is Squeezing Renters
The New York Times – Business:Higher mortgage rates and slowing residential construction are again giving landlords the upper hand.
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The Fed Is Expected to Hold Rates Steady. Warsh Will Have to Explain Why.
The New York Times – Business:Inflation is moving in the wrong direction and the labor market remains stable, a combination that bolsters the case for higher interest rates.
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The Fed Is Expected to Hold Rates Steady. Warsh Will Have to Explain Why.
The New York Times – Business:Inflation is moving in the wrong direction and the labor market remains stable, a combination that bolsters the case for higher interest rates.