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Bank of England Holds Rates as U.K. Inflation Rises Amid Economic Uncertainty
Stubborn inflation, tax rises and high interest rates make it difficult for many to muster optimism, at least in the short term.The New York Times - 4h -
Bank of England keeps rates on hold as growth prospects dim
Central bank maintains benchmark at 4.75% and highlights risk of persistent inflationFinancial Times - 4h -
Interest rates held as Bank says economy doing worse
The Bank considered a rate cut as it thinks the economy has performed worse than it expected.BBC News - 7h -
The Fed's rate outlook has rattled markets. Here's what it means for global central banks
The Federal Reserve roiled markets by raising its inflation outlook and signaling fewer rate cuts next year — and global central banks were likely taking note.CNBC - 8h -
Bank of England warns of 'heightened uncertainty' as it keeps interest rates on hold
The U.K.’s central bank has warned about “heightened uncertainty” as it kept interest rates on hold after inflation moved further above target even at a time when the British economy is flatlining ...ABC News - 8h -
Bank of England holds rates but vote split surprises markets
Economists widely expected a rate hold at the December meeting, as policymakers remain concerned with stubborn services inflation and wage growth.CNBC - 9h -
Bank of England holds interest rate at 4.75% but warns of UK stagnation risk
Central bank downgrades growth forecast amid threat from budget fallout, rising inflation and Trump trade tariffs. • Business live – latest updates . The Bank of England has kept UK interest ...The Guardian - 10h -
Yen sinks after BoJ holds rates amid caution over Trump’s impact
Japan’s central bank governor says ‘one more notch’ of information needed to justify raising ratesFinancial Times - 12h -
Bank of Japan holds rates at 0.25%, yen weakens to over four-month low
The decision comes a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, bringing the federal funds rate to 4.25%-4.5%.CNBC - 15h -
Stocks slide as US central bank signals slower pace of rate cuts
The Federal Reserve warned it would be cautious about more interest cuts in the face of inflation concerns.BBC News - 20h -
Stock market plummets after Fed forecasts fewer rate cuts in 2025
The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.CBS News - 22h -
Jim Cramer explains why the market melted down after the Fed cut rates
Cramer said weak industries like housing and autos are met with rising inflation in food, insurance, healthcare and rent, which require different answers.CNBC - 23h -
Why money’s flowed into Bank of America bonds — and how a Fed pause in rate cuts may help financial firms
The Federal Reserve’s expected interest-rate cut Wednesday is seen as a potential boost for the banking sector, as corporate bond investors weigh prospects for the U.S.‘s money-center banks.MarketWatch - 1d -
Investors brace for hawkish Fed rate cut – and more volatile markets in 2025
The spotlight Wednesday will be on Fed Chair Jerome Powell.MarketWatch - 1d -
UK inflation increase solidifies expectations interest rates will be kept on hold
Inflation in the U.K. has risen to its highest level since MarchABC News - 1d -
UK inflation hits eight-month high of 2.6%, fuelling calls to hold interest rates
Annual increase in November driven by rising cost of petrol and groceries and hike in tobacco duty in budget. UK inflation data leaves Starmer miles off goal of growth ‘felt in people’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
These Bank of America analysts say it’s too late to avoid a market bust — but the Magnificent Seven stocks will still outperform
The stocks of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ technology giants will likely continue to outperform in 2025, even though a market crash is now “inevitable,” Bank of America’s analysts have said.MarketWatch - 2d -
Here's what we now know about the European Central Bank's rate cut plans
Policymakers in Frankfurt indicated a clear dovish shift, but exactly where they will stop rate cuts remains a topic of debate.CNBC - 3d -
Investors are banking on ‘animal spirits’ to drive markets. Here’s what could go wrong.
Goldman Sachs says investors hope for double animal spirits going forward — surging business activity that will drive stocks higher.MarketWatch - 3d -
Bank of Japan expected to keep rates on hold this week — CNBC survey
The central bank is expected to keep interest rates on hold this week, awaiting clarity on domestic trends and U.S. policy under Trump, a CNBC survey finds.CNBC - 3d -
Canal+ listing is ‘vote of confidence’ in UK stock market, says Reeves
TV channel spun off from France’s Vivendi could climb to £5bn in biggest new listing in London for two years. Canal+, the international pay-TV company and owner of the studio behind the Paddington ...The Guardian - 4d -
European Central Bank cuts rates for fourth time this year
ECB lowers borrowing cost as inflation falls and economy remains weak. The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the fourth time this year and kept the door open to further easing in 2025 as ...The Guardian - Dec. 12 -
Swiss National Bank takes leap with 50-basis-point interest rate cut amid franc strength
The Swiss National Bank on Thursday cut its key interest rate by 50 basis points, exceeding expectations of a smaller trim.CNBC - Dec. 12 -
Welcome to ‘Super Thursday.’ One central bank in Europe has surprised with a 50-basis point cut.
The Swiss National Bank cut interest rates by a bigger-than-expected amount. Onto the ECB decision for later.MarketWatch - Dec. 12 -
Biden administration split over US Steel deal
Pentagon, Treasury and state department all conclude $15bn Nippon Steel acquisition poses no national security riskFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
European Central Bank heads for last rate cut of year — but jumbo move seems off the table
The euro zone central bank will need to do "heavy lifting" next year to support the waning economy, analysts say.CNBC - Dec. 11 -
Surprise RBI governor pick signals India may cut rates as soon as February, economists say
India has appointed a new central bank governor in a surprising move that some experts say strengthens outlook for rate cuts early next year.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
Barry Keoghan responds to 'disgusting' trolling after Sabrina Carpenter split
Barry Keoghan took a swipe at online trolls after he, his grandmother and his son were 'dragged' by commenters after he reportedly split from Sabrina Carpenter.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 9 -
India's central bank revises down economic growth forecast for 2025, keeps interest rate steady
The Reserve Bank of India has held interest rate steady since February last year, while a sharper-than-anticipated slowdown in India's growth has made RBI's task tougher.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
Market FOMO? We go to the charts for attractive purchase levels on 2 buy-rated stocks
Feeling shut out of this hot market? You're not alone.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
Tractor Supply Updates Long-Term Financial Targets, Announces Stock Split
The rural-lifestyle retailer said it is aiming to increase net sales by between 6% and 8%, same-store sales by between 3% and 5% and per-share earnings by between 8% and 11%.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
France to hold no-confidence vote on Prime Minister Michel Barnier
French lawmakers will vote Wednesday on a no-confidence motion to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier, three months after Barnier was appointed by President Emmanuel Macron. CBS News' Elaine Cobbe ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
England’s Ben Stokes demands answers from ICC after latest over-rate sanctions
Governing body has yet to address captain’s concerns ‘I’ve not signed an over-rate sheet since the Ashes’ Ben Stokes has revealed a personal stand-off with the International Cricket Council ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Central banks should tread cautiously with rate cuts, says OECD
Core price pressures and services inflation should make rate-setters wary of cutting too fast, report concludesFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Amid political chaos, Bank of Korea says it will boost short-term liquidity and deploy measures to stabilize the FX market
The announcement came shortly after the BOK held an emergency board meeting.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Daddy Yankee and Mireddys González split after nearly 30 years of marriage
Daddy Yankee announced his divorce from his wife of nearly 30 years, Mireddys González, after 'unsuccessful efforts' to save the marriage.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
Banks that issue credit cards used by millions of consumers raised interest rates and introduced new fees over the past year in response to an impending regulation that most experts now believe ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
French lawmakers to hold no-confidence vote against embattled Barnier government on Wednesday
The motion will be debated at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, expected to be followed by a vote later in the evening.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Trump's surprising Labor pick
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump Labor pick stirs business concerns Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-Ore.), ...The Hill - Dec. 2
