The Federal Reserve controls the federal funds rate, which is a rate that banks charge each other and is more closely tied to credit cards, personal loans, and home-equity lines.
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Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
11 Dec. 2025
Several banks restricted lending and other financial services to individuals or entities for the benefit of a political candidate or parties in support of a campaign effort.
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Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Dec. 2025
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