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The Federal Reserve cuts rates to 3.75%-4% amid persistent inflation and a slowing labor market, easing borrowing costs for businesses.
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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for second time this year

Jasmine Kiniklis

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point on Wednesday for the second time this year, bringing

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U.S. consumer confidence fell in August as job market weakness, tariffs, and inflation fueled recession concerns.
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Consumer confidence slips in August as job market, tariffs, and inflation weigh on outlook
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U.S. consumer confidence dipped in August as concerns over the labor market, high prices, and tariffs continued to shape Americans’
On Friday, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated the possibility of interest rate cuts in the coming months.
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Powell hints at rate cuts as Fed balances inflation and job market 
Jaelyn Campbell
On Friday, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated the possibility of interest rate cuts in the coming months, though he
The Feds held its benchmark short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday for the fifth time this year, maintaining the rate near 4.3%.
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Fed holds rates steady amid internal split, Trump pressure
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The Federal Reserve held its benchmark short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday for the fifth time this year, maintaining the rate
interest rates
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Federal reserve holds interest rates steady amid economic uncertainty
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The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it will keep interest rates unchanged, maintaining its key federal funds rate at 4.5%.
The Federal Reserve (Fed) cuts rates again
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Fed slashes rates again providing additional relief for SMB owners
Jasmine Kiniklis
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced its third consecutive interest rate cut of 2024, decreasing the benchmark rate by a
The Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% interest rate cut on Thursday, less than two days after Donald Trump’s election victory.
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Fed cuts rates following Trump’s re-election, easing economic pressures
Jaelyn Campbell
In a move that aims to provide economic relief, the Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% interest rate cut on Thursday,
Inflation continues to climb on a national level, but locally, consumer price increases vary based on local economic factors and policy.
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How inflation is affecting metropolitan cities across the country
Colin Velez
Inflation remains an economic obstacle for many, but new research indicates the impact on consumers and business owners may vary
This week, on ASBN Small Business News, anchor Shyann Malone brings you up to speed on the latest tools and resources
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Small Business News | SBA launches holiday campaign, Fed reveals interest rate plans, new consumer sentiment survey
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This week, on ASBN Small Business News, anchor Shyann Malone brings you up to speed on the latest tools and
Tom Sullivan joins ASBN for a new Small Business Update, this time to discuss how entrepreneurs are feeling heading into 2024.
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Small Business Update: Are entrepreneurs confident heading into 2024?
Colin Velez
Small business confidence is a key indicator of economic performance, as it provides a frontline view of the market otherwise
Small business owners expressed lower confidence toward the economy in Q4 than in Q3, despite strong holiday sales and cooling inflation.
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Economic confidence retreats from 3-year high among small business owners
Colin Velez
Small business owners felt less confident in the economy over the fourth quarter than during the third, despite record-breaking holiday
The Federal Reserve has decided to hold interest rates steady for the third time, while announcing plans to cut rates in 2024.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, announces rate cuts for 2024
Colin Velez
In its post-meeting media conference, the Federal Reserve announced it would again hold interest rates steady and revealed plans to
Overall inflation rose faster than expected in September, but improved across several metrics critical to the Federal Reserve
Small Business News
Overall inflation outpaces forecasts but stabilizes across key metrics
Colin Velez
Overall inflation grew faster than expected in September in the U.S. but showed signs of recovery across several metrics critical
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