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US Economy Faces Fragility Amid Rate Cut Speculation

Explore the impact of the economy on the upcoming U.S. presidential debate, with a focus on market trends, job market weaknesses, and potential Fed rate cuts.

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Asian markets dip after Wall Street had its worst week in nearly 18 months

Asian stocks fell Monday after another rout hit Wall Street on Friday, as a highly anticipated update on the U.S. job market came in weak enough to add to worries about the economy

The Independent UK

2 Ways to Invest in a 'Soft Landing' for Stocks

As the Federal Reserve aims for a 'soft landing' to tame inflation without harming the economy, regional banks are poised to benefit, and two ETFs, the iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF (IAT) and the SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE), offer a strategic way to invest in this sector.

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How Inflation Breaks Our Brains

From salt riots to toilet paper runs, history shows that rising prices make consumers—and voters—grumpy and irrational.

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Why the mediocre jobs numbers might be a good thing for Kamala Harris

A weak employment report is just the latest sign that the Federal Reserve could offer some relief

The Independent UK

Jobs report will help Federal Reserve decide how much to cut interest rates

Friday’s monthly jobs report will likely mark a pivotal moment for the economy and the Federal Reserve

The Independent UK

3 High-Quality Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

Dividend-paying stocks offer investors a reliable income during volatile markets and can help hedge against inflation, particularly as dividends increase over time. Hence, fundamentally solid dividend stocks Merck & Co. (MRK), Verizon Communications (VZ), and Altria Group (MO) could be ideal buy-and-hold candidates. Read more….

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Asian Markets Drift Lower Ahead Of Key US Figures, Eyes On China

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut interest rates at its next meeting this month but close attention is being paid to Friday's non-farm payrolls (NFP) figures, which are seen as playing a major role in how big the central bank will go.

Latin Times

High-Yield Bonds and Savings Ideas as The Fed Weighs a Rate Cut

As the Federal Reserve mulls another rate cut, there is much to consider in order to maximize your gains.

Kiplinger

Stocks Set to Open Lower as Investors Await U.S. Jobs Data

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU24) are down -0.46%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU24) are down -0.69% this morning as trading resumed after the Labor Day holiday, with investors looking ahead to a new batch of U.S. labor market data, particularly Friday’s nonfarm payrolls report.

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Federal Reserve's favored inflation gauge shows price pressures easing as rate cuts near

An inflation measure closely tracked by the Federal Reserve remained low last month, extending a trend of cooling price increases that clears the way for the Fed to start cutting its key interest rate next month for the first time in 4 1/2 years

The Independent UK

Markets Rally On US Data After Dow Hits Record On Wall St

With the much-hyped earnings report from bellwether chip titan Nvidia now in the rearview mirror, traders are once again able to concentrate on economic matters and the Federal Reserve's plans for interest rate cuts.

Latin Times

US Unemployment Claims Fall Slightly Amid Healthy Labor Market

Latest Labor Department report shows slight decrease in jobless claims, hinting at a healthy U.S. labor market despite rising interest rates.

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Four CDs to Check Out Before a Fed Rate Cut

Before the Fed cuts rates later this year, consider locking in rates on the following four CDs.

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Asian stocks mixed after Wall Street rallies as 'time has come' for rate cuts

Asian stocks are mixed after U.S. stocks rallied close to their records on the expectation the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest rates soon to help the economy

The Guardian - US

Any US interest cut would be good – but don’t expect miracles right away

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to start cutting rates in September after 11 rises in 16 months

Kiplinger

Can a President Fix Inflation? Here's What Donald Trump Could Do

Inflation has been a thorn in the side of many presidential administrations, but can a president fix inflation? Here's what influence Harris or Trump could have in office.

The Independent UK

How fast will interest rates fall? Fed Chair Powell may provide clues in high-profile speech

With the Federal Reserve considered certain to start cutting its benchmark interest rate next month, Chair Jerome Powell’s highly anticipated speech Friday morning at an economic conference will be closely watched for any hints about how many additional rate cuts might be in the pipeline

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The Street

Major Wall Street firm picks stocks to buy when Fed cuts rates

The Wall Street consensus call is that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates 0.25 percentage point next month.

The Street

Who is Ben Bernanke? The former Fed chair's career & legacy

The Nobel Prize-winning former Chair of the Federal Reserve is known for his leadership during the Financial Crisis of 2007–2008.

Al Jazeera

US sharply lowers number of jobs added in year ending in March

The downgrade has raised concerns the US economy is slowing and the Fed has waited too long to cut interest rates.

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Federal Reserve Officials Lean Towards Rate Cut In September

Federal Reserve minutes reveal potential rate cut to support economic growth amidst cooling inflation. Policymakers weigh various factors for informed deci...

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Japan's Stock Market Crash and Recovery: What Happened and What Investors Can Do

Japan's stock market suffered its biggest one-day drop since Black Monday in August but quickly bounced. Here's what happened and what it means for investors.

The Guardian - US

New US job market numbers weaker than expected as Fed eyes interest rate cut

The US created 818,000 fewer jobs than first calculated as the Federal Reserve hints at a rate cut

Fortune

EXCLUSIVE: Chicago Fed president warns falling inflation and high interest rates could make things worse

In a Fortune exclusive, Chicago Fed president Austan Goolsbee discusses working with Jerome Powell, base rate cuts, and Fed independence.

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