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Explore the latest news and commentary on the Federal Reserve, and learn how the decisions that are made during their meetings impact your money and the broader economy.
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The Federal Reserve Board will almost certainly cut interest rates at its March 20 meeting. Whether it’s by one-half of a percentage point, or 50 basis points, or 75 basis points remains to be seen.
Catching market watchers by surprise and sparking a furious rally on Wall Street, the Federal Reserve Board slashed interest rates by one half of a percentage point.
The Federal Reserve Board will almost certainly cut interest rates at its March 20 meeting. Whether it’s by one-half of a percentage point, or 50 basis points, or 75 basis points remains to be seen.
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