Car buyers catch a break as discounts rise in October
U S auto sales stay strong but prices flatten as discounts increase. Edmunds reports average discounts per vehicle rose 16.5 percent year over year to 3472 dollars in October, driven by more crossovers and SUVs shifting buyers toward cheaper models.
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October auto sales show buyers favoring discounts over price rises
U S auto market led by sales gains as consumers ditch passenger cars. The shift produced a $491 average discount per vehicle, far surpassing the $128 average price increase per vehicle cited by Kelley Blue Book, a car buying advisory firm.
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Fed keeps rates steady for now as outlook hints December hike
The Federal Reserve held the target range at 1.0 to 1.25 percent amid an upbeat outlook that suggests a possible rate increase in December 2017. It noted a stronger labor market and rising economic activity despite hurricane disruptions while inflation remained soft and the balance sheet continued winding down.
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Tax advantaged retirement accounts explained in brief
Matthew Frankel explains two main tax treatment types for retirement accounts. Traditional 401(k) and IRA contributions reduce current taxes but withdrawals are taxed later. Roth accounts offer tax free withdrawals, while Saver's Credit lowers taxes for qualifying savers up to $1000 per year.
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