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Bryan Mena, CNN

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The US housing market has had a tough year. Here’s what could save it

America’s housing market is finishing a year of high prices, sluggish sales and elevated mortgage rates. But there are factors that could give it a boost next year. The Federal Reserve began to slash interest rates in September, but mortgage rates have actually risen since then.

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Warren Buffett just shared his most detailed plan yet for his fortune when he dies

Warren Buffett shared on Monday his most detailed plan yet for his fortunes after death, while announcing he will continue to give away his staggering wealth.

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‘The time has come’: The Fed just sent a crucial message about its next move

America’s top central banker has unambiguously signaled that lower interest rates are finally on the horizon, marking a crucial milestone for the Federal Reserve’s historic — and, so far, successful — inflation fight.

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Sales at stores are suddenly surging in the US economy’s latest show of strength

The backbone of America’s economy remains solid, despite a slowing job market, elevated interest rates and still-high inflation.

Americans are feeling better about the economy for the first time in four months

Americans’ attitudes toward the economy improved this month for the first time since January, thanks to better perceptions of the job market.

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Egg prices rise again; outbreak of bird flu could make things worse

Egg prices have now been steadily rising for months, and your omelette could become even more expensive as poultry farms around the country deal with an outbreak of bird flu.

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US economy grew at shocking pace in fourth quarter

The US economy remained shockingly robust in the fourth quarter to close out a remarkably strong 2023 as consumers and businesses continued to spend, crushing expectations of a recession.