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Federal Debt Is Now Worrying Even Progressives
Long a focus of conservatives, the level of public borrowing is starting to concern left-leaning economists. Proposed remedies still differ radically.The New York Times - 6h -
Higher Interest Rates Make Federal Debt More Expensive
The Fed’s key rate has a bearing on the sustainability of public borrowing, which is heading to striking levels.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump’s Tariffs Scramble Fed’s Interest Rate Calculus
Economists predict that the Trump administration’s trade policies could push up prices for consumers, making it harder for Fed officials to cut rates.The New York Times - 1d -
ECB decision: Interest rates cut to nearly 2-year low — and more easing likely
The European Central Bank on Thursday cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point, saying it expects inflation to fall back to its target later in the year and signaling that further ...MarketWatch - 6h -
Mortgage rates are stuck at 7% as Fed holds steady on interest rates
Bad news for home buyers: Mortgage rates are largely stuck at 7% for the time being.MarketWatch - 1d -
The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady: Here's what that means for your money
The Fed paused rate cuts after its first meeting of the year — here's what that means for your credit card, mortgage rate, auto loan and savings account.CNBC - 1d -
No interest rate cut by Federal Reserve as inflation remains above target
The Federal Reserve did not apply a cut to its benchmark rate as inflation remains stubborn. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.CBS News - 1d -
Is the Fed interest rate pause good for mortgage rates?
The Fed's rate pause is likely to impact borrowing costs — but will it make mortgage loans more affordable?CBS News - 1d -
Federal Reserve to make first interest rate decision under Trump administration
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will make its first interest rate decision since President Trump took office. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to ...CBS News - 1d -
Bird flu has made eggs more expensive — does it also make them unsafe to eat?
More than 60 human cases of bird flu have been confirmed in the U.S.The Hill - 2d -
ASML is about to report results. DeepSeek makes it all the more interesting.
After Monday’s fears over artificial-intelligence microchips fueled by the rise of low-cost Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek, the Dutch company’s results due Wednesday morning may have even more sway.MarketWatch - 2d -
How low will UK interest rates go?
There is more room for the Bank of England to loosen monetary policy than the market expectsFinancial Times - 3d -
Will the Fed respond to Trump’s call on interest rates?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - 4d -
The Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady next week. Here's what that means for your money
The Fed is unlikely to cut interest rates again when it meets next week, delaying any relief from high borrowing costs.CNBC - 6d -
Trump says he will 'demand' lower interest rates
Trump made a virtual address to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.ABC News - Jan. 23 -
Federal debt as far as the eye can see — and them some
The Congressional Budget Office projects the federal deficit will continue to rise, reaching $2.7 trillion by 2035, due to legislation passed by Joe Biden and Democrats. The new para-government ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
US consumers ‘resilient’ in face of high prices and interest rates
Credit card data points to ‘robust’ growth at start of 2025 after shoppers spent $1tn during holiday seasonFinancial Times - Jan. 18 -
When will HELOC interest rates drop again?
HELOC interest rates recently fell to an 18-month low. Here's when they could decline again.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
What savers should do now with interest rates on pause
A rise in inflation all but assures a pause in interest rate cuts. Here's what savers should do in the interim.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Fed Governor Waller sees potential for multiple interest rate cuts in 2025
In a CNBC interview, the policymaker said he expects the first cut could come in the first half of the year.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
Mortgages, credit cards, auto loans: Expert predictions for interest rates in 2025
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates further in 2025, paving the way for slightly lower borrowing costs for consumers.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
Surprise fall in inflation boosts interest rate cut hopes
Inflation falls for the first time in three months, sparking expectations rates may be cut to 4.5% in February.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
CPI edged higher in December, complicating the Fed's rate decision
Inflation is proving stickier than expected, which could cause Fed to hit pause button on more interest rate cuts.CBS News - Jan. 15 -
What's the CD interest rate forecast for 2025?
Planning to open a CD account? It may help to know where experts say CD rates could head this year.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
FirstFT: Dollar hits 2-year high as interest rate assumptions change
Also in today’s newsletter, China’s trade surplus reached a new record and the reinvention of El SalvadorFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
This is what it could take for the Fed to hike interest rates
Some economists are now contemplating what was previously unthinkable — and they are focused on the personal-consumption expenditures price indexMarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
Fed Governor Bowman says December interest rate cut should be the last
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said Thursday she supported the recent interest rate cuts but doesn’t see the need to go any further.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
What's a good home equity loan interest rate in 2025?
With the interest rate climate changing again, it helps borrowers to know what a good home equity loan rate is now.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Fed Governor Bowman says December interest rate cut should be the last
Bowman said Thursday she supported the recent interest rate cuts but doesn't see the need to go any further.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
How to pay less interest on credit card debt in 2025
There are multiple ways to pay less interest on your credit card debt this year. Here are five to explore now.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
What's a good CD interest rate in 2025?
CD rates have dropped, but they're still relatively high as 2025 begins. Here's what's considered a good rate now.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
What factors drive mortgage loan interest rates?
The Fed rate decisions aren't the only factor that plays a role in where mortgage rates head next.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Trump: ‘Interest rates are far too high’
President-elect Trump on Tuesday declared interest rates are too high even as he decried still-elevated inflation, setting up renewed tensions with the central bank chair who resisted pressure cut ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
New federal rule will remove medical debt from credit reports
A new rule on medical debt could affect millions of Americans' credit scores.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Stocks appear ‘rate sensitive once again’ as bond yields press higher
Rising interest rates in the bond market seems to be weighing on stocks, as investors wait for an upcoming U.S. jobs report and for Wall Street banks to kick off corporate earnings season.MarketWatch - Jan. 6 -
HELOC interest rate pros and cons to know for 2025
A HELOC interest rate comes with some significant pros and cons in today's evolving economic climate.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Hailing a Taxi or Uber Will Be More Expensive Under NYC Congestion Pricing Program
Transportation officials want to reduce the number of taxis, Ubers and Lyfts that idle in heavy traffic. To do that, they will charge riders new fees.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
US homebuilder shares slide on fears of higher rates and Trump tariffs
Threat of rising costs brings post-pandemic rally to a haltFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Stocks will struggle under Trump if this rate keeps going higher
U.S. debt concerns and higher Treasury yields may be stumbling blocks for stocks in 2025.MarketWatch - Jan. 4 -
Real estate trends for 2025: Regional sales, interest rates, more
From home sales ramping up in the South to when mortgage interest rates could come down, NBC’s senior business correspondent Christine Romans shares everything to know before buying a home in 2025.NBC News - Jan. 2