Key Interest Rate Falls as Worries About the Economy Rise

• Americans are worried about the economy, Consumer Confidence Index finds

  Americans are more worried now about the economy, according to a new report. The Consumer Confidence Index fell more than seven points this month, the largest monthly decline in nearly four years. ...
  
  CBS News - 5d

• Fed’s Barkin says interest rates may have to rise to combat inflation headwinds

  Barkin said he understands that the fight against inflation has been long, but that “it is critical that we remain steadfast.”
  
  MarketWatch - 6d

• What's the CD interest rate forecast for spring 2025?

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  CBS News - 5d

• How fast will the ECB cut interest rates?

  Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead
  
  Financial Times - 1d
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  When Germany Votes, It Will Be About the Economy

  The country’s competitiveness has stagnated and its once-powerful industries are suffering. Just ask these executives.
  
  The New York Times - Feb. 23

• Consumer sentiment sours as worries grow over outlook for U.S. economy

  Confidence dropped 10% from January to the lowest level since late 2023.
  
  MarketWatch - Feb. 21

• Home Depot says high interest rates are hampering home-remodeling plans

  “There’s just no denying the deferral that we’re still seeing,” said Billy Bastek, Home Depot’s executive vice president of merchandising.
  
  MarketWatch - 6d

• Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares

  Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you
  
  Financial Times - 11h

• Why investors should be worrying about Trump and impoundment

  The buzzword looks set to become a weapon in the budget wars
  
  Financial Times - 3d

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  Nissan and Stellantis Could Be Hit Hardest by Trump’s Tariffs

  A possible 25 percent levy on goods from Canada and Mexico is likely to raise the prices consumers pay for new cars and trucks, and disrupt complex supply chains.
  
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  How Trump’s Tariffs on China Are Affecting Toy Companies

  A trade show for toys, most of which are made in China, showcased an industry, underneath the fun, rattled by President Trump’s higher tariffs.
  
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  After He Ran a Cartoon on the War in Gaza, Gannett Fired Him

  Tony Doris, the editorial page editor at The Palm Beach Post, was fired after he selected a cartoon that drew criticism from a nearby Jewish organization.
  
  The New York Times - 6h
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  Trump Turns Up Trade Pressure on China After Beijing Fails to Come Running

  China is still cautiously trying to figure out what Trump wants. The president has threatened big tariffs in response to the inaction.
  
  The New York Times - 4h
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  What You Should Know About Your Spouse’s Money

  Many couples are surprisingly unaware about key aspects of each other’s finances — and that can hurt them. Here’s how to get on the same page.
  
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