The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates on Wednesday. Wall Street is focused on how much, and on what comes next.

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Policymakers are expected to lower rates for the first time in four years on Wednesday while releasing fresh economic forecasts.

We explore the politics of today’s Fed announcement.

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Fed officials kicked off rate cuts with a half-point reduction, confident that inflation is cooling and eager to keep the job market strong.

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For corporate America, this week’s expected interest rate cut carries risks along with rewards.

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