- The Fed cut its policy rate by 0.50% this week. Mortgage rates had already fallen. Guidance suggests further improvement as the data warrants.
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- Retail sales showed a surprise gain in August, a sign of ongoing consumer resilience that suggests the economy remains on solid footing.
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- Jobless claims fell last week to the lowest level since May, indicating a healthy job market despite a slowdown in hiring.
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