America’s economy is far outstripping its peers, but there are serious risks, including from the president-elect.
Category: United States Economy
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Stocks Plunge as Fed Forecasts Fewer Rate Cuts Next Year
The Federal Reserve cut rates for a third time this year, but investors shuddered at revised forecasts suggesting only two cuts in 2025.
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The Fed is making its final rate decision of the year.
Federal Reserve officials are widely expected to cut interest rates, but investors will focus on hints about what comes next.
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How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards, Savings and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate moves influence car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.
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How to Read the Fed’s ‘Dot Plot’ Projections Like a Pro
The Federal Reserve will release fresh economic estimates on Wednesday. Here’s how to read the outlook for 2025 and beyond.
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The Economy Is Finally Stable. Is That About to Change?
President-elect Donald J. Trump’s proposals on tariffs, immigration, taxes and deregulation may have far-reaching and contradictory effects, adding uncertainty to forecasts.
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Bracing for a Fed Pullback on Interest Rates
Wall Street sees the central bank cutting interest rates on Wednesday. But growing worries about inflation are adding to investor uncertainty about its policy agenda for 2025.
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High on Hope, Wall St. Hears What It Wants From Trump
Investors and executives are often emphasizing what they like in the president-elect’s agenda, while dismissing what they don’t as mere posturing.
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Jerome Powell and the Fed Head for Another Collision with Trump
Rates may not come down as much or as quickly as had been expected, just as Trump — a self-declared “low-rate guy” — returns to the White House.
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Trump Backs a Longshoremen’s Union That Supported Him
President-elect Donald J. Trump is supporting the International Longshoremen’s Association, which could strike soon if it doesn’t reach a deal on automation with employers.
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Scott Bessent, Trump’s Treasury Pick, Is Poised to Test ‘Three Arrows’ Economic Strategy
Scott Bessent’s “3-3-3” plan to stimulate growth, reduce the deficit and expand oil production will soon face economic realities.
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The Fed Is Stuck Fighting the Last War
Mired in a battle to contain surging prices, the central bank also needs to be nimble enough for the economic downturns to come, our columnist says.