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Mortgage rates hit decades-low of 4.19 percent

WASHINGTON -- Rates on 30-year mortgages fell this week to 4.19 percent, the lowest level in decades. They were pushed down by lower Treasury bond yields. Investors are buying up Treasury bonds in anticipation of a move by the Federal Reserve designed to lower mortgage rates and yields on corporate debt.

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Target to cut prices on 3K grocery and essential items

Target said Tuesday that it will cut prices on 3,000 food, beverage and household essentials, joining retailers across the nation lowering prices on milk, eggs and butter ahead of the holiday season.

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