benchmark overnight interest rate
Fed to hold rates steady as inflation dims hopes for policy easing
The Fed is almost certain to hold its benchmark overnight interest rate steady, with investors placing nearly a 100% probability on that outcome.
52-week highs
Dow leads Wall St higher in lean trading week
Wall Street’s main stock indexes ticked higher, with the blue-chip Dow leading gains in thin trading ahead of crucial economic data.
borrowing costs
US weekly jobless claims fall slightly more than expected
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell slightly more than expected last week.
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Fed says more ‘confidence’ needed on inflation front before rate cuts can start
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday but took a major step towards lowering them in coming months.
ambulatory health care services
US job growth accelerates in December; wage gains solid
U.S. employers hired more workers than expected in December while raising wages at a solid clip.
affordability
Tesla joins GM, Ford in slowing EV factory ramp as demand fears spread
Tesla joined General Motors and Ford in being cautious about expanding electric vehicle production capacity.