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Interest rates will go down gradually, says Bank
Borrowing costs had been widely expected to be left unchanged with inflation, predicted to go up in the coming months.BBC News - Mar. 20 -
Next UK interest rate cut may not come until August after hawkish Bank of England hold – business live
Monetary Policy Committee votes 8-1 to leave UK interest rates unchanged at 4.5%. Bank of England says companies freezing hiring plans as it keeps interest rates on hold In the property ...The Guardian - Mar. 20 -
Trump doubles down on Fed rate cut pressure
President Trump doubled down on pressuring the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, arguing that the costs of eggs, groceries and gas are down so the central bank can make cuts. “Egg prices are ...The Hill - 6d -
Swiss National Bank makes quarter-point interest rate cut, cites 'low inflationary pressure'
Switzerland's central bank on Thursday announced its latest interest rate decision.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Fed chief Jay Powell plays down growth worries after jobs report disappoints
Chair says US central bank in no ‘hurry’ to cut interest rates at end of turbulent week for Wall StreetFinancial Times - Mar. 7 -
The world’s lowest interest rate no longer belongs to Japan
The world’s lowest interest rate is longer Japan but Switzerland after the Swiss National Bank cut rates by a quarter-point.MarketWatch - Mar. 20 -
Bank of England holds interest rates, warns global trade uncertainty has intensified
The Bank of England on Thursday announced its latest interest rate decision, warning of increased global uncertainty.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Trump says the Fed should cut rates to ease the economy’s transition to his tariffs
President Donald Trump is encouraging the central bank to cut interest rates as a backstop for his tariff plans.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Odds of Bank of England interest rate cut strengthen after inflation falls to 2.8%
Bigger-than-forecast decline in annual rate in February is positive news for Rachel Reeves. Business live – latest updates The odds of the Bank of England cutting interest rates in May have ...The Guardian - 1d -
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady as economic uncertainty rises
The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady as it weighs the impact of Trump’s tariffs and federal workforce cuts on inflation and the economy. The central bank warned that economic ...NBC News - Mar. 19 -
Fear of a tariff ‘Trumpcession’ puts pressure on Bank and Fed over interest rates
A trade war could push up inflation when both the UK and US economies really need cheaper borrowing. So what’s a central bank to do?. Monetary policymakers on both sides of the Atlantic will be ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
Bank of England expected to keep rates on hold amid headwinds it can't fully predict or control
The Bank of England is widely expected to hold interest rates when it meets on Thursday, as the U.K. faces economic headwinds both at home and abroad.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
Bank of Japan keeps rates steady as Trump tariffs cast a shadow over economic outlook
The BOJ's decision comes ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting, where the U.S. central bank is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate steady.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
Indonesia shores up rupiah as fears over sluggish economy mount
Central bank maintains benchmark interest rate at 5.75%Financial Times - Mar. 19 -
The Fed will update its rate projections Wednesday. Here's what to expect
If market pricing is correct, there's virtually no chance central bank policymakers budge from the current level of their key interest rate.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards, Savings and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.The New York Times - Mar. 19 -
China's central bank follows U.S. Fed in keeping rates steady as tariff threats pressure yuan
Chinese top officials have pledged to ramp up monetary easing measures, including interest rate cuts "at appropriate times."CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane. See how actions taken by your central bank affect youFinancial Times - 2d -
UK wage growth holds steady at 5.9%
Figures come as Bank of England is expected to hold interest rates on ThursdayFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Pope Francis showing "gradual, slight improvement," Vatican says
The Vatican said Pope Francis is showing "gradual, slight improvement." The 88-year-old has been in the hospital for 23 days, battling double pneumonia.CBS News - Mar. 8 -
E.C.B. Cuts Interest Rates Again, With an Uncertain Path Ahead
Vows by European leaders to increase borrowing to ramp up military spending have reshaped the fiscal picture that the central bank must confront.The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week
Mortgage demand for both homebuying and refinancing reacted to yet another drop in mortgage rates, which are now down for the sixth straight week.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
Trump criticizes Fed decision to maintain interest rates
Trump's comments came hours after the Fed opted to hold interest rates steady.ABC News - Mar. 20 -
Jerome Powell delivers remarks on interest rate decision
Watch live coverage as Fed chair Jerome Powell delivers remarks on the next interest rate decision. It is the first decision of the Trump administration.NBC News - Mar. 19 -
Bank of England Cautious Amid Economic Uncertainty and Rising Bills
Policymakers held interest rates at 4.5 percent on Thursday as they warned of rising economic uncertainty. Households are also bracing for higher utility costs starting next month.The New York Times - Mar. 20 -
Kugler says Fed should hold interest rates amid inflation risks
Inflation could continue to be 'persistent' and prices could potentially increase again, Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler told CNBC's Silvia Amaro.CNBC - Mar. 10 -
What are today's CD interest rates?
When you open a CD, you'll lock in today's rates for the entire term. Here's how much you can earn.CBS News - 21h -
9 quality bank stocks most likely to rise as much as 45% after recent market declines
Recent action shows investors can never really predict how interest rates will move.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Watch live: Powell speaks as Fed expected to keep interest rates steady
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will hold a press conference Wednesday afternoon to discuss the Fed's latest decision on interest rates. The Fed is expected to keep interest rates steady amid ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
Bank of England keeps rates on hold at 4.5%
Rate-setters are grappling with combination of a sluggish economy and continuing price pressuresFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Ways to spend — and save — as interest rates stay high and tariffs mount
Consumers should brace for borrowing costs to stay elevated, prices to rise and stock markets to remain on edge for at least a little longer, analysts say.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
US inflation fell more than expected to 2.8% in February
Figure bolsters case for cental bank to cut interest rates amid signs of slowing economic growthFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
Global economy takes centre stage
OECD updates growth forecasts, a clutch of central banks set interest rates and the IOC picks a new Olympics presidentFinancial Times - Mar. 16 -
This sector may be the ‘accidental beneficiary’ of a U.S. growth scare, says JPMorgan
Emerging markets may be helped by a weaker dollar and lower U.S. interest ratesMarketWatch - Mar. 17 -
India's inflation rate dips to cooler-than-expected 3.61% in February, below central bank's target
The lower inflation reading could give the Reserve Bank of India room to cut rates and support its slowing economy.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, citing higher economic uncertainty
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it was leaving interest rates unchanged, signaling it wanted further clarity on the direction of the economy before changing borrowing costs for businesses and ...NBC News - Mar. 19 -
What are today's mortgage and mortgage refinance interest rates?
Knowing today's mortgage rates can help new homebuyers and homeowners looking to lock in a good deal.CBS News - 21h -
If Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Go Private, Buying a Home Could Get Pricier
Privatizing the government-sponsored mortgage giants could be a windfall for investors and raise interest rates for home buyers.The New York Times - 1d -
Former betting boss says online slot machines need to be slowed down
Stewart Kenny thinks plans to limit stakes for online slots don’t go far enough and games must be slowed down.BBC News - Mar. 17 -
'Howe's history men to go down in Newcastle folklore'
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe and his players will assume legendary status on Tyneside after winning the club's first major trophy in 56 years, says Phil McNulty.BBC News - Mar. 16