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Fed's Half-Point Rate Cut Reflects Rising Concerns Over Job Market

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Summary: The Federal Reserve's aggressive half-point rate cut indicates growing concerns about rising unemployment and the overall health of the U.S. economy, according to former Fed officials. After raising rates to combat inflation, the Fed now appears more focused on its employment mandate, as job growth has slowed significantly. The move has raised questions about whether ...

The Federal Reserve's aggressive half-point rate cut indicates growing concerns about rising unemployment and the overall health of the U.S. economy, according to former Fed officials. After raising rates to combat inflation, the Fed now appears more focused on its employment mandate, as job growth has slowed significantly. The move has raised questions about whether the Fed has insights into the labor market that the public may not yet know. This action suggests the central bank is preparing for a possible further economic slowdown.

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