Rate cut expected from Fed: What to know
Another interest rate cut is expected to be announced Thursday afternoon by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more details.
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Here's how the Fed's rate cut today may impact your finances
The Federal Reserve just lowered its benchmark rate by 0.50 percentage points. Here's how the move could impact your finances.
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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates
The Federal Reserve has announced a cut to interest rates by 0.50 percentage points. This is the first cut to its benchmark interest rate since March 2020. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger and Al Root, an associate editor at Barron's, break down the news.
Interest rates expected cut from the Fed
The Federal Reserve is expected to announce the first interest rate cut since 2020. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what economists predict may occur during today's announcement.
Previewing the Fed decision on rate cuts
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Inflation eases ahead of expected rate cuts
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Fed Chair Jerome Powell signals "time has come" for interest rate cuts
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Powell signals interest rate cuts coming
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The Fed holds interest rates steady. Here's when to expect a cut.
The Federal Reserve is leaving its benchmark interest rate unchanged as investors look for signals that a cut is imminent.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
The Federal Reserve left the benchmark federal funds rate unchanged Wednesday. Experts still believe the Fed's September meeting could lead to cuts. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger and CBS News contributor Javier David break down the decision.
Fed to make interest rate decision
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