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Why Did the Fed Switch from Increasing Rates Prior to 2007

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Why did the Fed switch from increasing rates prior to 2007 to reducing interest rates in 2007 and 2008?


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Financial Intermediary

An institution that facilitates the channeling of funds between lenders and borrowers, such as banks, investment funds, and insurance companies.

Loan Syndicates

Groups of banks or financial institutions that come together to provide a large loan to a single borrower, spreading the risk among them.

Partnerships

A business structure where two or more individuals share ownership, profits, and liabilities of the business.

Interest Rate

The cost of borrowing money or the return on invested funds, typically expressed as a percentage of the principal amount per annum.

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