How to find great returns on cash after the Fed cut: Rates won't 'go from awesome to awful overnight,' expert says
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Cutting winter fuel payments ‘right decision’, says Reeves, as No 10 says no change to council tax discount for single people – Labour conference live
Chancellor says £22bn gap in current spending budget and state pension rise meant she had to make decision on means-testing fuel payments. In interview this morning Rachel Reeves , the chancellor, ...36 minutes ago -
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Fed president expecting smaller cuts after half-point reduction
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, on Monday said that consumers can expect smaller interest rate cuts after last week’s significant half-point reduction. "I was ...47 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari sees a slower pace of rate cuts ahead
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said Monday that he expects policymakers to dial down the pace of interest rate cuts after last week’s half percentage point reduction.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
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How much would a $50,000 HELOC cost per month now that rates are cut?
A HELOC comes with a variable interest rate, which could help borrowers now that interest rates have been cut.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
These industries are most likely to hire faster now that the Fed cut interest rates. Hint: tech isn’t on the list.
Some sectors are more likely to pick up hiring as borrowing costs fall. Here’s what that could look like.2 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari sees a slower pace of rate cuts ahead
Kashkari said Monday that he expects to dial down the pace of interest rate reductions after the central bank eased policy by a half percentage point last week.2 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - World
Fed rate cuts should boost corporate America’s buyback binge
No one wants to end up paying more for a poorer-quality company3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Treasury yields climb as traders ramp up ‘soft landing’ bets
Yields on long-dated Treasurys drifted higher on Monday as traders bet that the Federal Reserve would deliver the “soft landing” that investors have been hoping for.3 hours ago -
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MarketWatch - Business
Investors cheer a soft landing scenario after Fed’s big rate cut. But they’re still keeping their guard up for a downturn.
The Federal Reserve finally gave stock-market investors what they wanted this week by cutting interest rates for the first time since March 2020, making a soft landing for the economy more likely ...4 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Good News for the Stock Market: The Fed Believes Its Jumbo Rate Cut Was a 1-and-Done
Investors are cheering as policymakers expect the labor market to hold steady through a series of smaller cuts into 2025.4 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
How to find great returns on cash after the Fed cut: Rates won't 'go from awesome to awful overnight,' expert says
Even after the Federal Reserve pushed interest rates lower this week, experts say cash savers should shop around for the best returns.4 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
After Fed’s 50-basis-point rate cut, where should I invest $50,000? I’m 38 — and have a high risk tolerance.
The U.S. Federal Reserve made its biggest cut to the benchmark rate in 16 years on Wednesday.5 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices tick higher after scoring weekly gains on Fed rate cut
Oil futures edged higher early Monday, attempting to build on last week’s strong gains, which were scored after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates and investors monitored a rise in Middle East ...6 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
How to position your investment portfolio for lower rates, according to experts
Money managers suggest it could be time to load up on rate-sensitive assets as the Federal Reserve eases monetary policy.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
CDs paying 5% are a dying breed. Here’s how to find high savings rates while you still can.
Many 5% CDs are going away in the weeks after the Fed’s first interest-rate cut. Some have already disappeared.2 days ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
2024 college football picks, Week 4 odds, lines, bets from proven expert: This 3-leg parlay returns 6-1
Thomas Casale has locked in his top three college football picks for Week 4 and his CFB parlay could pay out around +6002 days ago - College Football -
MarketWatch - Business
Why Fed bets were so out of whack: Waller explains what put him ‘over the edge’ for a jumbo rate cut
Inflation might actually fall too far, the Fed governor says, opening the door wider for more half-point interest-rate cuts.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold’s record rally gets added jolt from Fed rate cut. Is there anyone left to buy?
Some analysts warn the pool of potential gold buyers could begin to run dry.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Small-cap stocks post longest rally since 2021 after Fed rate cut. What’s next?
Small-cap stocks just saw their longest winning streak in three and a half years, after the Federal Reserve recalibrated its monetary policy with a big interest-rate cut.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
How to invest if you believe the Fed can’t stop the economy from falling apart
Also: What to expect for loan interest rates, how Social Security survivor and spousal benefits work, and advice from the Moneyist.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed decision’s lone dissenter worries the bigger rate cut sends a ‘premature victory’ message to markets
Michelle Bowman was the first Federal Reserve governor to dissent from an interest-rate decision since 2005.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed rate cut scared me. Where should I invest my $127,000 in savings now?
This reader wonders whether CD rates, high-yield savings accounts and bond ladders are still smart moves, even if interest rates keep dropping.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Jamie Dimon: Only 5% of everyday Americans probably know about the Fed’s historic interest-rate cut
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon suggests the half-point interest-rate cut is “a minor thing” that Wall Street — not Main Street — is obsessing over.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Fed Governor Waller says inflation softening faster than he expected put him in half-point-cut camp
Waller told CNBC that the data is showing core inflation in the Fed's preferred measure is running below 1.8%2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices log weekly gains after Fed rate cut, rising Middle East tensions
Oil futures booked solid weekly gains, boosted by the Federal Reserve’s large interest-rate cut and a renewed rise in tensions in the Middle East.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Should you borrow home equity now that the Fed has cut rates?
It could be a smart time to borrow from your home's equity — but you should consider a few factors first.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
What’s Next for Rate Cuts? The Fed Is Watching Jobs and Prices.
A Federal Reserve official predicted quarter point rate cuts if data looked ‘fine’. But he also set out a scenario for a pause — or faster reductions.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Should you buy a home after the Fed's big rate cut?
There are some compelling reasons why homebuyers may want to act now that the Fed has cut rates. Here's what to know.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Top Fed official would back more aggressive interest rate cuts if US data worsen
Influential governor Christopher Waller says inflation is falling more quickly than he expected2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
The Fed finally cut interest rates — but let's not get too excited just yet
If you're running a small business, this cut in interest rates will have little impact.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Stocks at risk of a bubble after Fed’s jumbo rate cut, BofA strategist says
One Bank of America strategist thinks the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest-rates by 50 basis points this week will ultimately end in tears for investors.3 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Will the Fed cut interest rates again this year? Experts weigh in.
The Fed delivered a large interest rate cut this week. Will they do it again?3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
Trump’s threats to ‘go after’ opponents will subvert rule of law, experts warn
Trump’s escalating legal threats against lawyers, donors and others raise concern as Project 2025 seeks to curtail DoJ. Donald Trump ’s sweeping threats if he wins the presidency again to name a ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
China unexpectedly leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged after Fed’s jumbo cut
The People's Bank of China (PBOC) said it would keep the one-year loan prime rate (LPR) at 3.35%, as well as the five-year LPR at 3.85%.3 days ago - China -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Oscar Robertson recounts time he got a telegram from KKK saying if he played 'they’re going to shoot me'
He played in the collegiate Dixie Classic but faced incredible abuse on the court and a death threat off it.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Stocks Hit Record High a Day After Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut
The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent on Thursday, rallying a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point.3 days ago