Economy
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Federal Reserve holds rates steady, but with significant disagreement
The vote was split 8-4, with officials expressing varying reasons for their vote.
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Federal Reserve expected to hold interest steady in Powell's final policy meeting as chair
The global energy shock stemming from the U.S.-Iran conflict in the Middle East is creating economic uncertainty as the Federal Open Market Committee meets to discuss policy.
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Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to high-level U.S. employees as capital spending goes to AI
The move comes as the company shifts more capital spending toward data centers to meet the demands of generative AI models.
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US economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, more than analysts expected
The annualized unemployment rate for last month was 4.4%, relatively unchanged from January.
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Trump's newest tariff program won't raise nearly as much money as original
CBO estimated the reduction in tariffs following the Supreme Court decision will increase primary deficits by $1.6 trillion over the next decad
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Dow tumbles by nearly 800 points as Iran conflict widens
“We’ve seen no signs of de-escalation yet, and oil prices are continuing to move higher,” Jim Reid, global head of macro research at Deutsche Bank, said in a note.
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US stocks rebound after positive economic updates, oil prices dropping
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 301 points by midday
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Mortgage rates drop to under 6% for first time since 2022: Freddie Mac
"This rate, combined with the improving availability of homes for sale, is meaningful and will drive more potential buyers into the market for spring homebuying season," said Freddie Mac’s chief economist, Sam Khater
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Tin can crisis: America’s dinner table affordability hinges on tinplate cans
With most of the country still in the thick of winter, canned goods are important for cooking nutritious stews, chili and other staples during cold temperatures.
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GDP increases by 1.4% in fourth quarter, below estimates
The U.S. economy grew at a 2.2% pace overall in 2025, down from 2.8% in 2024
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Barron Trump among partners launching new beverage company
The company has raised roughly $1 million in seed funding from private investors and is planning its consumer debut in spring 2026
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Love may be priceless, Valentine’s Day isn’t
Dinner reservations, quick getaways, and traditional gifts may look similar across the commonwealth. The final totals, however, often vary depending on where couples spend.
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Trump admin notches Taiwan trade deal: USTR
While Taiwan will eliminate nearly all of its tariffs on American imports, the U.S. will lower its tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15%.