Despite a half point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

SoFi’s stock rally takes a breather despite improving credit trends

Analysts called out improvement in credit performance as a major positive coming out of SoFi’s third-quarter report, but the stock was falling hard.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Mortgage rates surge, putting a damper on home buying and refinancing

Mortgage applications fell 17% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

Money Market Rates Are Lower, Yes. But Compared to What?

Even with further Fed rate cuts likely, money market funds are a good alternative for stashing cash, and investors are still flocking to them, our columnist says.

Business - The New York Times - October 18

Jordan North boosts Capital radio breakfast ratings

The Burnley-born presenter left Radio 1 earlier this year and replaced Roman Kemp at Capital in April.

Why mortgage rates are back up to nearly 7%

The average 30-year mortgage rate has surged over the course of October, returning to highs last seen in the summer.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

EU races to prepare for a Trump win

Bloc seeks to bolster aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia and trade policy in case Republican is re-elected

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Birth rate drops to record low in England and Wales

Declining fertility risks adding pressure on the UK’s public finances and hampering economic growth, warn analysts

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Fertility rate in England and Wales drops to lowest on record

Just over 591,000 babies were born in the UK last year - the lowest number in four decades

US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending

Final reading before presidential election was shy of expectations, but shows biggest economy is in robust health

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

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