The Business News Headlines 19 February 2025

How many times have we said the one thing that drives business and investors nuts is...uncertainty and today there was plenty of that.  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 19th day of February, we're glad you are with us again. Also,  should you want to follow us on social media you can find us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  And our website is just a click away where you can scroll through all of our newscasts. Here's what we've got for you today:

• A pause in rate cuts by the Central Bank? Looks like it and why;
• No, millions of dead people are NOT receiving Social Security benefits;
• Guess which country is now the top trade partner of Germany;
• Apple announces a new price for the new iPhone16e;
• Some fast food chains are struggling. We have a list;
• The Wall Street Report;
• What the heck is the Quantum Chip?  We'll tell. 

Thanks for listening!

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