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Instant view: Fed slashes rates 50 bp in first easing since pandemic

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point, indicating ongoing monetary easing amid concerns about the job market and economic forecasts.

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Instant view: Fed slashes rates 50 bp in first easing since pandemic

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WATCH LIVE: Fed Chair Jerome Powell speaks after a 50bp interest rate cut

Jerome Powell speaks live on interest rates and the U.S. economy after the Federal Reserve cuts rates by 50 basis points.

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US retail sales unexpectedly rise in August

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US retail sales unexpectedly rise in August

US retail sales rose 0.1% in August, easing concerns about an economic slowdown ahead of a key Federal Reserve interest rate decision, with traders speculating on potential cuts.

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Small Aug CPI rise seen sealing 25 bp cut next week

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U.S. stocks lower at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average down 1.01%

U.S. stocks declined on Friday, driven by losses in major sectors. The Dow fell 1.01%, while notable stocks like Amazon and Boeing underperformed significantly.

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Waller signals Fed is open to bigger cuts

Waller suggests the Fed may cut interest rates based on economic data, indicating a softening labor market without an imminent recession.

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Instant view: August US payrolls short of expectations, boosts bigger rate cut view

U.S. employment rose less than expected in August, with a jobless rate drop to 4.2%, affecting Federal Reserve interest rate cut prospects.

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US economy adds fewer jobs than expected in August, increasing odds of 50bp cut

The August US jobs report showed fewer jobs added than expected, but improvements from July figures could influence Federal Reserve monetary policy adjustments.