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Fed Cuts Rates Amid Inflation Worries and Uncertainty
1/9/2025
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Story summary
- Federal Reserve officials raised concerns about inflation and uncertainty from President-elect Trump's policies in December.
- Nearly all officials acknowledged heightened inflation risks from strong readings and potential policy shifts.
- The Fed reduced interest rates by 0.25%, setting the range at 4.25%-4.5%.
- Future rate cuts are expected to slow due to ongoing economic uncertainty.
