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How the Fed's Moves Affect You
Economic Forecasts It’s pumping trillions of dollars into the economy and keeping rates near zero. Savers are sunk, but borrowers get a boost.
By David Payne • Published
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U.S. Manufacturing Is Already Ailing from Coronavirus
Economic Forecasts Supplies are hard to come by, and in the longer-term demand may be at risk.
By David Payne • Published
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Consumers Will Feel Impact of Rapidly Falling Interest Rates
Economic Forecasts Mortgage and car loans will experience the most significant dips, while some holders of Treasuries may get a slight boost.
By David Payne • Published
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Is a Recession Imminent?
Economic Forecasts Shoppers will have to carry the load for now because weak business investment shows no sign of perking up anytime soon. Odds are, they’ll be able to.
By David Payne • Published
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Will You Have to Pay More Sales Taxes on Your Online Purchases?
business One thing’s for sure: Consumers who live in one of the five states without a sales tax won’t be affected by the Supreme Court’s ruling.
By David Payne • Last updated
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3 Factors That Could Drive the Next Recession
Economic Forecasts The economy is humming along nicely, but how long can the good times continue?
By David Payne • Published
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What to Expect From the New Fed Chief
Economic Forecasts By and large, Jerome Powell will move along the path set by his predecessor.
By Lisa Gerstner • Last updated
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How a Border Tax Would Affect You
Business Costs & Regulation A plan to limit imports could raise prices but also create more jobs.
By Sandra Block • Last updated
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A Housing Shortage Looms: Builders Can’t Keep Up
business Starter homes especially are becoming scarce.
By David Payne • Last updated
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