Commentary: Interest-rate cuts did not cause dollar's decline
Fed now expected to pause at 2%
Regulators hold hearings on planned merger
Sales of existing homes slide 19%
Steve Preston currently in charge of Small Business Administration
Treasury plan would eliminate chartered thrifts
Commentary: Policy error represents greatest hazard
Public input sought on benefits, drawbacks
Actions not expected to help long-term mortgage rates
Bear Stearns collapse prompts emergency measures
Report outlines steps to improve loan underwriting
Move could reduce pressure for more rate cuts
Administration digs in heels against bailout