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The Fed is expected to cut rates for a second straight month but by a smaller amount. How and when consumers may feel the effects isn't as clear.

After a September half-point cut, the reduction would bring the benchmark federal funds rate down three-quarters of a point from its 23-year high.

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve lowered its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point Thursday, its second straight rate cut amid easing inflation and a move set to further trim borrowing costs for millions of Americans.

Americans who are feeling lonely may have inflation partly to blame, a survey shows. The cost of keeping up with friends is too expensive for some.

Medora Lee, USA TODAY 4 min read U.S. stocks continued their post-election rally on Friday, notching more record highs with the Dow and S&P 500 putting in their best weekly performance all year.

If you are receiving Social Security benefits, the good news is the Cost of Living Adjustment — COLA — will increase in 2025, meaning you will receive a few more dollars in your Social Security benefit.

Seniors will have to pay more again for Medicare Part B next year, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

If you're looking to upgrade your home, consider making it to your roof. A good roof can protect your home, add value and cut insurance costs.

In the wee hours of November 6 when the U.S. presidential race was called for Donald T r ump , many Americans made a prediction, some advisers say: A Trump victory means lower taxes are here to stay

· 5-min read Public sector workers are on tenterhooks, hoping sometime in the next six weeks the Senate will pass a bill to allow them to receive Social Security benefits they feel they're entitled to.