Fed’s Waller backs December rate cut — and he’s ‘unlikely’ to change his mind. Here’s why.

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Fed official announces surprise retirement, opening new avenue for Trump influence at central bank

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Private sector shed jobs in late October, new weekly ADP data shows

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Anxiety over government shutdown pushes consumer sentiment down to near-record low

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Opinion: A deeper dive into Fed rate cuts and China trade reveals these investing ideas

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