Economy News Sticky Inflation In A Key Part Of The U S Economy Is The Biggest Barrier To Fed Rate Cuts

Fed cuts key rate again to support slowing economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring even as inflation stays elevated. “Job gains ... Read More

I Asked ChatGPT What More Fed Rate Cuts Mean for the Economy — Here’s What It Said

The Federal Reserve finally lowered interest rates in September, cutting its benchmark lending rate by a quarter of a point to a new range of 4% to 4.25%. It was the first rate cut in 2025. Many ... Read More

Fed slashes key rate despite high inflation

WASHINGTON -- The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring, even as inflation stays elevated. But Fed Chair ... Read More

1 Trade to Play Sticky Inflation and Powell’s Fed Rate Cut Warning Now

March U.S. Treasury note (ZNH26) futures present a selling opportunity on more price weakness. See on the daily bar chart for March U.S. Treasury note futures that prices are trending down. A minor ... Read More