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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Economy
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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November 7, 2024
Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point amid postelection uncertainty
The rate cut follows a larger half-point reduction in September, and it reflects the Fed’s renewed focus on supporting the job market as well as fighting inflation.
Economy
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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November 4, 2024
Federal Reserve is set to cut rates again while facing a hazy post-election outlook
On Thursday, the Fed's policymakers, led by Chair Jerome Powell, are on track to cut their benchmark rate by a quarter-point, to about 4.6%, after having implemented a half-point reduction in September.
Economy
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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October 11, 2024
US consumer sentiment slips in October on frustration over high prices
Consumers have kept spending despite their gloomy responses to economic confidence surveys.
Economy
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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September 18, 2024
Federal Reserve cuts key rate by sizable half-point, signaling end to its inflation fight
The rate cut, the Fed’s first in more than four years, reflects its new focus on bolstering the job market, which has shown clear signs of slowing.
News
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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September 16, 2024
Will the Federal Reserve cut interest rates fast enough to deliver a ‘soft landing’?
Typically, a succession of Fed rate cuts leads over time to lower borrowing costs for things like mortgages, auto loans, credit cards and business loans.
Economy
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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September 11, 2024
Consumer prices rose 2.5% last month, with U.S. inflation reaching a 3-year low
Grocery prices were unchanged from July to August, extending a cool-down in food costs even though they remain much higher than they were three years ago.
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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July 2, 2024
Fed Chair Jerome Powell: US inflation is cooling, not yet time for rate cuts
After some persistently high inflation reports at the start of 2024, Powell said, the data for April and May "do suggest we are getting back on a disinflationary path."
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Daniel Tyson
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August 27, 2025
Lawmakers convene hearing to consider Capital City Revitalization
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Jeff Amy, Associated Press
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August 27, 2025
A Mississippi city’s tax break spurred post-Katrina building. But will homes stand the next storm?
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Magnolia Tribune
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August 27, 2025
Stevenson appointed Circuit Judge in new Hinds Co. seat
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Lynne Jeter
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August 20, 2025
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Lynne Jeter
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August 12, 2025
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Daniel Tyson
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August 11, 2025
What is Mississippi’s pitch to corporations looking to invest in the Magnolia State?
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Eric Olson, Associated Press
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August 27, 2025
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Jim Beaugez
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August 27, 2025
‘Hitmaker’ songwriter Ben Johnson stars on new Netflix series
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Alistair Begg
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August 27, 2025
From grumbling to gratitude
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Sid Salter
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August 27, 2025
With Social Security and PERS under review, Baby Boomers are working longer before retiring
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August 25, 2025
It’s time for term limits
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August 24, 2025
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