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Record US Household Debt Fuels Demand for Debt Forgiveness

US household debt hit a record $18.04 trillion in Q4 2024, with rising delinquencies in credit cards and auto loans; debt forgiveness offers potential relief for some but not all debt types.

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Ford Increases Prices on Mexican-Made Vehicles by up to $2,000 Due to Tariffs

Ford raised prices on three US-made vehicles imported from Mexico by up to $2,000 due to a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, impacting Mustang Mach-E, Maverick, and Bronco Sport models built after May 2nd, contradicting earlier statements by executives.

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Fed Holds Rates Steady, Rejects Trump's Pressure

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady this week, rejecting President Trump's calls for cuts despite ongoing trade tensions and high inflation, opting for a "wait-and-see" approach while monitoring economic data like job growth and capital goods orders.

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Federal Government Seizes Wages and Benefits from Nearly 200,000 Defaulted Student Loan Borrowers

The Department of Education is seizing wages and benefits from nearly 200,000 defaulted federal student loan borrowers starting in June, part of a larger effort to collect on 5.3 million defaulted loans, impacting tax refunds, salaries, and benefits, and potentially worsening financial hardship.

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Fed Defies Trump, Keeps Interest Rates High Amid Inflation Concerns

The U.S. Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at 4.25% to 4.5%, defying President Trump's calls for cuts, due to rising inflation risks linked to his trade policies; the Fed projects a 3.9% average rate by 2025.

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US Stocks Sink Amid Tariff Uncertainty and Cooling AI Investment

US stocks fell sharply today, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all experiencing significant declines, primarily attributed to waning investor confidence in AI and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's tariffs, which have led several major companies to revise or halt their financial foreca...

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White House Rejects Parts of Trump's Proposed Sovereign Wealth Fund

President Trump's proposed U.S. sovereign wealth fund faces White House objections after a plan was submitted by Treasury and Commerce Secretaries; details remain debated, with no immediate announcement.

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Falling Mortgage Rates Offer Relief Amidst Sluggish Housing Market and Economic Uncertainty

Falling mortgage rates to 6.76% offer homebuyers relief, but a sluggish housing market, economic uncertainty fueled by Trump's tariffs and potential inflation create a mixed outlook, with limited supply and the 'lock-in' effect impacting sales.

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Fed Holds Interest Rates Amidst Economic Uncertainty and Trump's Tariffs

In April 2025, the U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates unchanged despite a mixed economic picture: 180,000 new jobs in April, 4.2% unemployment, but concerns about inflation driven by Trump's tariffs and a 0.3% economic contraction in Q1 2025.

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Fed Holds Rates Amid Trump Tariff Concerns

The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates for the third consecutive time, expressing concerns about rising inflation and economic risks due to President Trump's tariffs, which are expected to slow growth and increase unemployment according to Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

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Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Rising Inflation and Unemployment Risks

The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 4.25%-4.5% today, citing increased risks to inflation and unemployment, despite moderate economic growth; the first-quarter contraction was attributed to record imports driven by pre-tariff purchasing.

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US Restarts Student Loan Collections, Impacting Millions

The U.S. government restarts student loan collections for five million borrowers, impacting tax refunds, Social Security, and credit scores, with Latinos and Blacks disproportionately affected; Congress considers further changes to loan programs.

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