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US import prices increase in August on capital, consumer goods

US import prices increase in August on capital, consumer goods

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. import prices unexpectedly rose in August, boosted by strong increases in the costs of capital and consumer goods, suggesting domestic inflation was poised to accelerat...

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What role does the Fed play in consumer protection​?

What role does the Fed play in consumer protection​?

You often hear about the Federal Reserve when it comes to interest rates and monetary policy. After all, the central bank’s role in setting the federal funds rate has real effects on consumers and...

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Trump threat to shut TikTok swayed China talks

Trump threat to shut TikTok swayed China talks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed Tuesday that President Donald Trump’s willingness to let TikTok go dark was crucial in doing a framework deal with China — after Beijing indicated that t...

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The Federal Reserve Meeting Starts Today—What You Need to Know

The Federal Reserve Meeting Starts Today—What You Need to Know

Tom Williams / CQ-Roll Call / Getty Images Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell could face a tough press conference, analysts said. The Federal Reserve’s two-day policy-setting meet...

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