The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years. Before ...

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Legal experts warn it threatens the rule of law, and economists warn it threatens the stability of the U.S. economy.

After months of shifting economic signals, from cooling (but still elevated) inflation to a softer jobs market, the Federal Reserve issued another 25-basis-point rate cut at the close of its December ...

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates Wednesday in an unusually narrow vote, underscoring the divides among bank officials over the effect rate cuts will have on inflation and employment. The Federal ...

In early December, the Federal Reserve wrapped up the year with another quarter-point rate cut, the third of the year. This rate cut was welcome news for borrowers, as it helped drive down interest ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Federal Reserve cuts rates to about 3.6% but signals a pause on future reductions, defying President Trump’s ...

Fed rate cuts can indirectly boost future COLAs by stimulating inflation. Some economists predict five total rate cuts through 2027 versus the Fed’s projected two. If you’re focused on picking the ...

Bitcoin (BTC) held steady near $88,000 on Thursday after a volatile session that saw prices briefly surge toward $90,000, fueled by optimism that U.S. President Donald Trump’s incoming Federal Reserve ...

Cantankerous and increasingly cautious consumers — perhaps put on edge by seemingly shrinking paychecks, a weaker job market and stubbornly high prices — gave the Federal Reserve more room to cut ...