Fed Official Says Time for a Pause in Rate Cuts Seems Near

Fed seen poised to cut rates this month, debate 2025 pause
By Howard Schneider and Ann Saphir CHICAGO/PALO ALTO, California (Reuters) - Federal Reserve officials appear on track to cut interest rates this month after data showed the U.S. labor market remained strong but continued to cool in November,
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Fed Official Says the Time for a Pause in Rate Cuts Seems Near
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