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Unemployment of 4.2% is a sign of RBA success, but it might not last. Here’s why

Today’s news that an extra 47,500 Australians found work in August while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2% is a sign of success for both the government and Reserve Bank.

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Bank of England governor ‘optimistic’ that interest rates can be cut, after ‘no change’ decision today – as it happened

Cautious Bank of England governor says “we need to be careful not to cut too fast or by too much”, after leaving borrowing costs unchanged in 8-1 vote

The Guardian - UK

Stock market today: Asian markets forge higher after Fed's first rate cut in over 4 years

Asian markets have forged higher after the Federal Reserve kicked off its efforts to prevent a recession in the U.S. with a bigger-than-usual cut to interest rates

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Experts cite stocks to buy after Fed rate cut

The Federal Reserve slashed interest rates by 0.5 percentage point Wednesday.

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UK interest rates live: Bank of England holds at 5% after shock US Fed cut

Monetary Policy Committee votes to keep rates on hold

The Independent UK

Federal Reserve cuts US interest rates for the first time in four years

Central bank makes cuts after holding rates at two-decade high in aggressive bid to cool inflation

The Guardian - US

President Biden Hails Falling Inflation And Interest Rates

President Biden emphasizes the positive impact of declining inflation and interest rates on the post-Covid economic recovery.

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Federal Reserve Rate Cut Leads To Decline In Bond Yields

Federal Reserve's rate cut impacts bond yields and financial markets, influencing economic conditions.

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Dollar Pressured After FOMC Cuts Interest Rates by 50 bp

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Wednesday tumbled to a 14-month low and finished down by -0.12%. The dollar sank Wednesday after the FOMC cut the fed funds rate by 50 bp and projected another 50 bp of rate cuts by the end of the year. The dollar was also undercut...

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Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates Amid Job Market Concerns

US stocks react to Fed's rate cut as Powell addresses job market concerns. Market awaits further guidance amidst economic uncertainties.

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Fed cuts interest rates by half point for first time in years. Here’s what that means for you

The major move signals end to inflation fight while shoring up job market for ‘soft landing’ as borrowing to get cheaper

The Independent UK

Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates For First Time In Biden Era

Federal Reserve's interest rate cut under President Biden addresses inflation concerns and sparks economic discussions.

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Stocks Surge As Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates

Stocks surged midday on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, boosting investor confidence.

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Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates For First Time In 2022

Federal Reserve's rate cut to combat inflation and stimulate economic growth, impacting borrowing costs and investments.

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Stocks Jolted By Fed's 50-Basis Point Rate Cut

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.10%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.03%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.25%. Stocks today have erased knee-jerk gains after the initial 2:00 PM Eastern announcement...

The Independent UK

The Federal Reserve is finally lowering rates. Here's what consumers should know

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate from its 23-year high, with consequences for debt, savings, auto loans, mortgages and other forms of borrowing by consumers and businesses

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Stocks Little Changed on Fed Uncertainty

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down by -0.04%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.18%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.07%. Stocks today are little changed on uncertainty ahead of the FOMC’s...

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Dollar in Defensive Mode Ahead of FOMC Decision

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.12%. The dollar is trading defensively ahead of this afternoon’s FOMC decision. Heightened speculation the Fed will opt to cut the fed funds target range by 50 bp today instead of 25 bp is weighing on the dollar as swap markets...

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Stocks Slightly Higher Before FOMC Decision

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.11%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.11%. Stocks today are slightly higher ahead of the FOMC’s decision on...

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1 Defensive ETF to Buy Now Before the Fed Cuts Rates

As the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates, investors are seeking defensive strategies, and the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) stands out as a reliable option, offering stability, income, and a low expense ratio.

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US Economy Reaches Turning Point As Inflation Surge Ends

Lael Brainard discusses the US economy's turning point and the impact of lower interest rates on housing market accessibility.

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Federal Reserve Expected To Cut Interest Rates After Long Wait

The Federal Reserve's anticipated interest rate cut could impact inflation and the cost of living for Americans, with potential far-reaching implications f...

The Guardian - US

What will a Federal Reserve interest rate cut mean for you?

The Fed has announced an interest-rate cut for the first time in four years – what effect will it have on consumers?

The Guardian - UK

With inflation staying at 2.2%, will Bank of England cut interest rates this week?

CPI rise is below expectations for second month running, but Bank knows headline figure is far from the whole story

The Guardian - UK

Fed chair Jerome Powell says US interest rate cut has nothing to do with election – as it happened

Powell rejects accusations that timing of rate cut is political and adds US labor market is ‘at a strong place’

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