4 smart home equity moves to make now that the Fed cut rates again

Here's why Eli Lilly bounced back, plus mega-caps lag while staples stocks rise

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records and extend postelection rally as Fed cuts rates

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose Thursday, extending Wall Street’s rally in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s victory, as traders weighed the latest rate cut from the Federal Reserve.

The stock market is expecting more interest-rate cuts than the Fed can give

The U.S. central bank doesn’t have much room to combat the next U.S. economic crisis.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Minneapolis Fed president says another interest rate cut in December is "certainly possible"

Neel Kashkari, the president of the Minneapolis Federal Reserve, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that another interest rate cut after the December Fed meeting is "certainly possible" ...

'The market is right': Former Fed policymaker Mester sees fewer rate cuts next year after Trump's victory

The U.S. Federal Reserve could carry out fewer rate cuts than previously expected next year should President-elect Donald Trump's proposed global tariffs take hold, former Fed policymaker Loretta ...

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

U.S. inflation rose 2.6% in October, a month after Fed's first rate cut

The Federal Reserve began cutting its benchmark rate in September amid cooling inflation.

Would the Fed ever rely on AI to decide interest rate moves? The risks are high.

Challenges of artificial intelligence directing U.S. central-bank decisions are substantial.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Bank of England cuts UK interest rates again despite modest budget-related inflation spike

The Bank of England has cut its main interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point after inflation across the U.K. fell below its target rate of 2%

World - ABC News - 6 days ago

How much does a $25,000 HELOC cost monthly now that rates were cut?

A $25,000 HELOC comes with inexpensive monthly payments right now, and they could become even cheaper in the months to come.

Homeowners Tap Into Their Rising Home Equity

Balances on home equity lines of credit have risen along with home equity loans. Popular reasons for borrowing include home renovations and repairs and debt consolidation.

Business - The New York Times - October 18

Is a $100,000 home equity loan worth it?

A $100,000 home equity loan could be worth opening for a wide swath of homeowners. Here's why.

Trump chooses Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff

President-elect chooses his 2024 campaign manager in first appointment to major role in administration

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

How Orbán seized the Trump moment to speak for Europe

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World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

The Fed talks about not talking about Trump

Jay Powell sets some limits

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Over 60 held as violence breaks out against Israeli football fans in Amsterdam

Clashes take place after Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Japan’s new kingmaker pushes for income tax threshold rise

Yuichiro Tamaki’s once-fringe DPP has leverage over Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s weakened ruling party

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

South Korea inflation weakest in almost 4 years, sets stage for more rate cuts

World - Yahoo News - November 4

Czech central bank cuts key interest rate to 4% as inflation stays low

The Czech central bank has cut its key interest rate for the eighth time in a row as inflation remains low and the economy is making a slow recovery

World - ABC News - 6 days ago

Pending home sales took an unexpected leap higher last month, but rates have climbed back up

The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage was coming down all through August and touched its most recent low of 6.11% on Sept. 11.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Want some NBA moves already? Here are 4 teams that should try out these new lineups now

We’re only two weeks into this young NBA season, but here are four lineups and rotations that need some changes.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 6

Home equity loan dos and don'ts to know this November

Want to borrow from your home equity this November? Here's what you should (and shouldn't) do now.

Will a HELOC or home equity loan be better this November?

Not sure if a HELOC or home equity loan will be better for you this November? Here's what to consider now.

3 home equity loan risks to know this November

Home equity loans can be helpful for borrowers now but there are some risks to know this November. Here are three.

Cowboys trade interest was already risky. With Dak Prescott's injury, their argument is even weaker

Dallas needs to think critically about 2024 investment, because it's now a risky endeavor.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

‘Make IMOEX Great Again’

A quick look at a largely untradeable Trump trade

World - Financial Times - November 6

Home Depot Plans to Make Every Employee, Including Executives, Work in Stores. It’s an Absolutely Brilliant Move

Cleaning up customer messes is a great use of time for corporate employees—seriously.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Bank of Canada resorts to jumbo rate cut as growth falters

Slowdown prompts shift to 50bp reduction, with rate-setters saying borrowing costs are likely to fall further

World - Financial Times - October 23

Latest in 4 smart home equity moves to make now that the Fed cut rates again

Here's why Eli Lilly bounced back, plus mega-caps lag while staples stocks rise

S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records and extend postelection rally as Fed cuts rates

The stock market is expecting more interest-rate cuts than the Fed can give

Minneapolis Fed president says another interest rate cut in December is "certainly possible"

'The market is right': Former Fed policymaker Mester sees fewer rate cuts next year after Trump's victory

U.S. inflation rose 2.6% in October, a month after Fed's first rate cut

Would the Fed ever rely on AI to decide interest rate moves? The risks are high.

Bank of England cuts UK interest rates again despite modest budget-related inflation spike

How much does a $25,000 HELOC cost monthly now that rates were cut?

Homeowners Tap Into Their Rising Home Equity

Is a $100,000 home equity loan worth it?

Trump chooses Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff

How Orbán seized the Trump moment to speak for Europe

The Fed talks about not talking about Trump

Over 60 held as violence breaks out against Israeli football fans in Amsterdam

Japan’s new kingmaker pushes for income tax threshold rise

South Korea inflation weakest in almost 4 years, sets stage for more rate cuts

Czech central bank cuts key interest rate to 4% as inflation stays low

Pending home sales took an unexpected leap higher last month, but rates have climbed back up

Want some NBA moves already? Here are 4 teams that should try out these new lineups now

Home equity loan dos and don'ts to know this November

Will a HELOC or home equity loan be better this November?

3 home equity loan risks to know this November

Cowboys trade interest was already risky. With Dak Prescott's injury, their argument is even weaker

‘Make IMOEX Great Again’

Home Depot Plans to Make Every Employee, Including Executives, Work in Stores. It’s an Absolutely Brilliant Move

Bank of Canada resorts to jumbo rate cut as growth falters

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