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Fed Raises Rates After a Pause and Leaves Door Open to More

Federal Reserve officials lifted borrowing costs by a quarter-point after pausing in June. They could rise more, but the central bank is not ready to commit.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Stock Market Slips as Traders Move Cautiously Ahead of Fed Meeting

Stock markets often exhibit caution ahead of major events like Fed meetings, waiting until there is clarity over the central bank’s next move.

By Joe Rennison

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What Higher Interest Rates Mean for Mortgages, Credit Cards and More

Savers benefit from higher rates, but borrowers have faced bigger bills on credit cards, student loans and other forms of debt.

By Tara Siegel Bernard

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How Regional Banks Got Healthy Again

The crisis set off by Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse has waned. Its peers have more capital and deeper customer ties.

By Emily Flitter