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Fed slashes interest rates by half point

Sep 18, 20246 min
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Episode description

Fed chief Powell says the move will shore up the labor market while it's strong. (0:16) Stocks closed down with traders looking for even more aggressive cuts this year. (1:31) Lionsgate makes an AI movie production deal with Runway. (4:09)

Show Notes
Federal Reserve sees two more interest-rate cuts by end of 2024, dot plot shows
The 50-bp rate cut is a sign of the Fed's confidence: Powell press conference

Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb
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