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Fed Cuts Rates Amid Persistent Inflation, Uncertainty Over Trump Presidency

The US Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to a range of 4.25%-4.5% on Wednesday, citing persistent inflation despite a strong job market adding 227,000 jobs in November, in its last rate decision before Donald Trump's presidency.

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Fed's Reduced Rate Cut Projections Trigger Stock Market Dip

Following the Federal Reserve's announcement of fewer interest rate cuts in 2024 than previously expected, US stock indexes fell, with the S&P 500 dropping 0.3 percent, the Dow Jones losing 38 points, and the Nasdaq composite slipping 0.4 percent; the Australian dollar also fell sharply by 1.4 perce...

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UK Inflation Rises to Eight-Month High, Adding Pressure on Bank of England

UK inflation hit a eight-month high of 2.6% in November 2024, exceeding the Bank of England's target, driven by rising fuel and grocery prices, and a tobacco duty increase, despite a record drop in airfares; this adds pressure on the Bank to keep interest rates unchanged amidst concerns about slowin...

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UK Inflation Rises to 2.6% in November

UK inflation climbed to 2.6% in November, exceeding September's three-and-a-half-year low of 1.7%, driven by rising energy prices, a tight labor market, and recent government spending increases; the Bank of England is unlikely to cut interest rates in December.

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UK Inflation Rises to 2.6%, Dashes Rate Cut Hopes

UK inflation hit 2.6% in November, fueled by rising transport and core prices, dashing hopes for a rate cut and posing challenges for policymakers as wage growth adds to inflationary pressures.

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UK Inflation Rises to 2.6%, Interest Rates Unlikely to Fall

UK inflation increased to 2.6% in November, the fastest rate since March, due to higher petrol, diesel, tobacco, and other goods prices; despite this, the Bank of England is not expected to cut interest rates due to wage growth, though prices will likely remain higher than before.

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High-Income Homeowners Face Financial Strain Amidst Rising Interest Rates

High-income Australian homeowners, some earning \$400,000 to \$500,000, are struggling with soaring mortgage repayments after the Reserve Bank's 13 interest rate increases, forcing some to move back in with family, downsize or relocate due to increased childcare costs and the overall cost of living.

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Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Slower Pace of Future Reductions

The Federal Reserve reduced interest rates by a quarter-point for the third time, but projected only two more quarter-point rate cuts in 2025, reflecting a more cautious approach due to persistent inflation and economic uncertainty.

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NAB CEO Optimistic About 2025 Despite Legal Challenges and Fossil Fuel Financing Concerns

NAB CEO Andrew Irvine expressed confidence in Australia's economic outlook for 2025, citing interest rate cuts and a strong jobs market, while facing legal action for allegedly failing vulnerable customers and shareholders rejecting a resolution to curb fossil fuel financing.

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UK Inflation Hits Highest Level Since March

UK inflation increased to 2.6% in November, the highest since March due to rising fuel prices, exceeding the Bank of England's 2% target and likely maintaining the current 4.75% interest rate.

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KOSPI Jumps 1.12% on Foreign Investment in Tech Stocks

On December 18th, Seoul's KOSPI index increased by 1.12 percent to 2,484.43, boosted by foreign investors buying tech stocks after a two-day decline; the Korean won strengthened against the US dollar, and bond yields fell.

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UK Inflation Reaches Eight-Month High at 2.6 Percent

UK inflation hit a eight-month high of 2.6 percent in November, exceeding the Bank of England's 2 percent target, driven by transport costs, though services inflation remained steady at 5 percent, offering some relief to the central bank.

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