the seattle rennie review | December 2024
Dec 19, 2024
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The Federal Reserve cut its key rate by another 25 basis points in December, but expects fewer cuts next year as a result of higher inflation and greater policy uncertainty. This would be a headwind to a more meaningful recovery in housing market activity.
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