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The Fed is holding steady on interest rates while signaling that the economy is on solid ground, but inflation is still hanging around—what does this mean for the future?

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Fed Holds Rates at 3.5%–3.75%, Powell Says Economy on Firm Footing but Inflation Remains Elevated
The Federal Open Market Committee held the federal funds target range at 3.5%–3.75%. Chair Powell said the economy started 2026 on a solid footing, noted labor-market signs of stabilization, and attributed much of the recent goods-price overshoot to tariffs.
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January 30, 2026 at 7:23 PM
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Virginia's unemployment insurance system is about to get a financial boost for businesses as tax rates drop significantly in 2025, signaling a post-pandemic recovery.

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Virginia unemployment claims normalize after pandemic with tax changes for businesses
Unemployment claims in Virginia stabilize, reducing UI tax per employee for 2025.
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May 20, 2025 at 12:42 AM