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Banks are turning cautious on lending, according to the Fed. What it means for the economy

The Fed’s October bank lending survey shows tighter standards for small firms and commercial real estate, while subprime borrowers face tougher credit.

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U.S. Jobless Claims Slide Lower Again

U.S. initial jobless claims fell to 189,000 in the week through Oct. 31, the Labor Department said. The figure was lower than the 197,000 new claims expected by economists surveyed.

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