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Fed Minutes Lay Bare Split on Pace of Rate Cuts as Slim Majority Signals More Easing in 2025

A data freeze from the shutdown is forcing policymakers to rely on private gauges before the Oct. 28–29 decision.

Consumers Turn More Cautious as NY Fed Survey Shows Higher Inflation Expectations and Job-Market Jitters

S&P 500, Dow Close at Records as Nasdaq Slips in Choppy Trade

U.S. Mortgage Rates Edge Up to 6.34% as Refinancing Slumps

U.S. Consumer Confidence Falls to Five-Month Low as Job Market Views Worsen

Fed's Bowman Calls for Proactive Rate Cuts and Overhaul of Balance Sheet, SRF

US Jobless Claims Drop to 218,000, Beating Forecasts as Hiring Slows