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Key TakeawaysThe Federal Reserve initiated its first rate cut of 2025, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to a target range of 4% to 4.25%, signaling a shift in monetary policy amidst a "challenging situation" of inflation risks and slowing employment.Puma (PUM) shares surged by as much as 16.7% on reports that private equity firm CVC Capital Partners and Authentic Brands Group are preparing a takeover bid for the German sportswear giant, potentially targeting the 29% stake held by the Pinau ...

Key TakeawaysThe Federal Reserve enacted a 25 basis point (bps) interest rate cut today, bringing the federal funds rate to a range of 4.00% to 4.25%, marking its first rate reduction since December 2024.JPMorgan Chase & Co. announced a subsequent cut to its prime lending rate to 7.25%, effective September 18.DoubleLine Capital's Jeffrey Gundlach supported the Fed's 25 bps rate cut but cautioned about the risk of higher inflation if the central bank over-eases.Gundlach anticipates the yield curve will conti ...

Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Google and PayPal today announced a multiyear strategic partnership focused on advancing several commerce solutions. The collaboration will deliver innovative solutions that transform how businesses and consumers transact across platforms and devices. Combining their expertise and scale, the companies aim to deliver frictionless digital commerce experiences and set a new standard for commerce ecosystem innovation. Conti ...