Here’s how low mortgage rates have to go to restore the frozen U.S. housing market.
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MarketWatch - Business
Instagram’s new teen protections ‘do not go far enough.’ Here’s what else is needed.
The “new features do not impact what we believe to be the most significant risk of teen Instagram use,” one advocate said.33 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Here’s the 8% return investors in cash could be missing out on. Psst, it relates to the housing market.
Housing credit looks like a good place to be for investors, especially with returns rising as the Fed looks to lower rates, says Clayton Triick at Angel Oak Capital Advisors.50 minutes ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Weekly mortgage demand surges 14% as interest rates hit two-year low
Mortgage rates came down again last week, and with the expectation that they could fall further, mortgage demand suddenly jumped, especially for refinancing.1 hour ago - Mortgage -
CNBC - Business
The Fed is poised for its first rate cut in years, but it may be too soon to refinance your mortgage
The Federal Reserve is poised to begin cutting interest rates, which can influence mortgage rates. But it still may be too soon to refinance your mortgage.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Mortgage rates plunge to 2-year low: Should you lock a rate now?
With mortgage rates trending downward, it could make sense to lock in a loan rate now. Here's why.1 hour ago - Mortgage -
MarketWatch - Business
Attractive Nvidia and Alphabet prices could be a stock-market October surprise. Here’s why.
Tech giants look cheap on an earnings-growth basis, while U.S. stocks overall can resist seasonal weakness.2 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How high will gold prices climb this October? Here's what experts think
Experts are bullish on gold for October, despite some market uncertainty. Here's what investors should consider now.2 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans have frozen a program meant to help 500,000 American families like mine
Beyond all of the politics, Keeping Families Together is the human thing to do.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
We have $1 million in high-yield savings and CDs set aside to buy a house. Should we move our money if the Fed cuts rates?
We have a lot of cash on hand for a specific purpose, but we won’t be able to live off the income if interest rates drop.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘I’d like to do it myself’: Where do I invest $50,000 as the Fed will cut interest rates? I’m 38 and have a high risk tolerance.
The U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to cut the benchmark rate on Wednesday.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A Fed rate cut with the stock market at a record high? Here’s what history says.
The Federal Reserve is preparing Wednesday to cut interest rates with U.S. stocks trading near a record high. leaving investors searching for historical clues to the path ahead for markets.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Treasury yields edge higher ahead of Fed’s rate decision
Yields on U.S. government debt moved slightly higher Wednesday morning, as traders waited to see whether the Federal Reserve will begin its interest rate-cutting cycle with a 25- or 50-basis-point ...4 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
The market looks ahead to the Fed’s rate cut
Investors are betting on 50 basis points and expect a soft landing for the economy4 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
How the Fed’s rate decision could unravel a big bond-market recession bet
The stakes for investors are running high ahead of a historic rate cut expected from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday.5 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Will the U.S. elections impact crypto markets? Insiders weigh in
Crypto insiders on Wednesday downplayed the importance of of the U.S. presidential race on the market at the annual TOKEN2049 event in Singapore.6 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Weekly mortgage demand surges 14% higher as interest rates hit two-year low
Mortgage rates don't follow the Fed exactly, but they are influenced by policy and could move on Wednesday's news.6 hours ago - Mortgage -
MarketWatch - Business
Here’s when falling interest rates will hit your mortgage, car loan, credit-card bills and savings accounts
The Fed’s interest-rate cuts will soften the prices consumers pay for debt — but people may not see an impact on their payments for a while.7 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Homeowners scramble to refinance their mortgages as rates dive to lowest level in 2 years
Mortgage applications rose 14.2% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.7 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
We have to keep Commonwealth Games going - Kenny
Dame Laura Kenny has called on cities to step up for the 2030 Commonwealth Games after Glasgow became hosts for the 2026 edition.8 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
History says Fed interest-rate cut sets up ‘crapshoot’ for stock-market investors
A decent rule of thumb is to watch the next two weeks after a first Federal Reserve interest-rate cut, says Jason Goepfert, senior research analyst at SentimenTrader9 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed expected to lower key interest rate in latest move to boost slowing economy
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday is expected to announce its first interest rate cut since 2020, a move that seeks to encourage more lending across the country in order to boost a slowing economy.9 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
This part of the Treasury market may move the most on a Fed interest-rate cut
Wednesday’s interest-rate decision from the Federal Reserve is shaping up to become one of the most exciting announcements by the central bank in a long time, with the potential to reshape what’s ...22 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Healthy Returns: How competitive can Roche be in the weight loss drug market?
Roche presented early-stage data on its obesity injection and pill at EASD. Meanwhile, Oura enters into metabolic health market with acquisition of Veri.23 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how a Fed rate cut could impact your credit card balance
The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates on Wednesday. Here's how that would impact people with credit card balances.23 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
How much will an $800,000 mortgage cost monthly after rate cuts?
Monthly payments on an $800,000 mortgage loan could soon become less expensive. Here's what to know now.23 hours ago - Mortgage -
CNBC - Business
Here’s what ‘No Spend September’ is and how to know if you should participate
'No Spend September' is a social media trend that involves a full month of cutting nonessential purchases. Here's how you may benefit.Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles collapse: Why Philadelphia may have been better off going for it on 4th down instead of kicking FG
The Eagles surprisingly gave the Falcons a better chance to win, despite extending their leadYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
How far will mortgage interest rates drop this week?
The Fed is set to issue its first rate cut since 2020 this week. Here's how far mortgage interest rates could then drop.Yesterday - Mortgage -
Financial Times - World
Market speculation about the next Fed rate cut masks deeper issues
Even so, perma-critics of the US central bank are cracking their knuckles in anticipationYesterday - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Slowing housing market is hurting this plumbing and HVAC distributor’s sales
Ferguson Enterprises’ stock was headed for a fall Tuesday, after the plumbing, HVAC and appliance products distributor missed quarterly revenue expectations, citing “muted” residential end markets ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Fall is almost here. Map shows foliage forecast across the U.S.
A CBS News map shows where leaf colors are changing, updated regularly.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Despite recent volatility, there are 5 reasons to be optimistic on markets, says Deutsche Bank
A traditionally better fourth quarter and Fed rate cuts should support the stock market rally says DeutscheYesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Bets on wild stock-market swings boom as traders face most uncertain Fed rate decision in recent memory
Some options traders are leaving nothing to chance ahead of Wednesday’s Federal Reserve policy meeting.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how the Fed's first rate cut in 4 years may impact your money
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates at its September 18 meeting. Here's how the decision could impact your finances.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
What Fed Interest Rate Cuts Means for Mortgages, Car Loans and More
Here’s what lowered interest rates will mean for your car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
ABC News - Entertainment
Emmy Awards ratings up more than 50%, reversing record lows
The Emmys telecast on ABC reached nearly 7 million viewers, a jump of more than 50% from the record low of the last ceremony in JanuaryYesterday -
CNBC - Business
E.l.f. Beauty CEO says low prices have helped company thrive as cosmetics industry slows
E.l.f. Beauty CEO Tarang Amin told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Monday the budget-conscious nature of the products has helped the company perform well.Yesterday