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Economy Thursday, September 17, 2026

  1. Housing Starts Decreased to 1.275 million Annual Rate in August

    From the Census Bureau: Permits, Starts and Completions

    Calculated Risk ·

  2. Bank of England defies Fed’s rate-hike lead, leaving rates unchanged

    The Bank of England kept rates steady Thursday, even after U.K. inflation rose to 3.1% and energy costs put pressure on prices.

    CNBC ·

  3. Oregon Lawmakers Seek to Open Up Affordable Housing Records Following ProPublica’s Reporting

    The post Oregon Lawmakers Seek to Open Up Affordable Housing Records Following ProPublica’s Reporting appeared first on ProPublica.

    ProPublica ·

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