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Federal Reserve Cuts Key Interest Rate by 25 Basis Points Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve cuts the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 4.25%-4.50%, citing economic expansion and progress towards inflation targets, while acknowledging employment ...

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Federal Reserve Predicts Interest Rate to Reach 4.4% by End of 2024 - What Does This Mean for the Economy?

Federal Reserve Board members and bank presidents estimate the federal funds rate to be 4.4% by the end of 2024, indicating potential impacts on the economy.

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November Sees Decline in US Housing Starts, Single-Family Housing Shows Growth

US housing starts declined 1.8% in November, but single-family housing starts increased. Building permits and completions showed mixed results, with permits up month-on-month but d...

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Swiss National Bank Forecasts Moderate GDP Growth in 2024 Amid Global Uncertainties

The Swiss National Bank projects a 1% GDP growth for 2024, acknowledging global uncertainties as main risks but anticipating a moderate expansion supported by a more accommodative ...

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Fed Anticipated to Announce Third Consecutive 25bps Rate Cut Amid Economic Indicators

Experts anticipate the Federal Reserve will announce a third consecutive 25bps rate cut, influenced by recent inflation rise, economic activity growth estimates, and labor market s...

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US Mortgage Applications See a Slight Decline Amid Rising Interest Rates

US mortgage applications decline by 0.7% during the week ending December 13, influenced by rising interest rates and a drop in VA refinances, according to the MBA's Weekly Mortgage...

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UK Inflation Surges to 2.6% in November: What You Need to Know

UK inflation rose to 2.6% in November, matching analysts' expectations. Transport and housing services were key contributors to the rise in consumer prices.

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Eurozone Inflation Drops Slightly in November: What You Need to Know

Eurostat revises Eurozone's November inflation down to 2.2%, a slight increase from October's 2.0%. The monthly CPI declines by 0.3% in the Eurozone and by 0.2% in the EU, driven b...