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Fed Officials Split Before December Call as Williams Says Cuts Still Possible

Markets now see a modest likelihood of a pause, with late data plus conflicting signals leaving the December call uncertain.

U.S. July Trade Deficit Jumps 33% on Import Surge, Led by Swiss Gold

June Jobs Strength Keeps Fed on Hold, Slashes Cut Odds

Fed Officials Prepare for Possible July Rate Cut After Steady Hold

Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady at 4.25–4.50% for Fourth Meeting

Oil Prices Stabilize After Short-Covering, But Tariff and Supply Concerns Persist