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Consumer sentiment plunges on worries about tariffs and inflation
Long-term inflation expectations jumped in March, showing intensifying consumer worries about President Trump's trade wars.CBS News - Mar. 14 -
Fed holds interest rates steady, still sees two cuts coming this year
The Federal Reserve in a closely watched decision Wednesday held the line on benchmark interest rates though still indicated that reductions are likely later in the year.CNBC - 5d -
Fed Holds Rates Steady and Predicts Higher Inflation, Slower Growth Ahead
The central bank penciled in two rate cuts for 2025, but President Trump’s sweeping agenda has injected “remarkably high” uncertainty into the outlook.The New York Times - 5d -
Renard expecting no let-up from Japan as Saudis eye World Cup spot
Coach Herve Renard said Saudi Arabia are in a "tough sprint" to reach the 2026 World Cup but he is not expecting any favours from already qualified Japan on Tuesday."It's a tough sprint for the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
What are today's savings interest rates?
You can open a high-yield savings account today and start earning more on the money you save.CBS News - 22h -
Is the new inflation data a good sign for the U.S. economy?
New Consumer Price Index data showed inflation slowed in February, which may be a good sign for the U.S. economy for now. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Japan host talks with China and South Korea
Foreign ministers from Japan and its two neighboring Asian powers China and South Korea held a meeting Saturday to seek common ground on areas like low birth rates, natural disasters and cultural ...ABC News - 3d -
MLB star Shohei Ohtani talks exhibition game in Japan, season expectations and more
MLB star Shohei Ohtani returned to Japan last week for an exhibition game. A day prior to the game, he spoke with CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi about the special game in Japan, personal and team ...CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Russia and Ukraine trade strikes and Fed unlikely to change interest rate: Morning Rundown
Russia and Ukraine trade strikes. Fed's anticipated interest rate decision amid market turmoil. Do judges have too much power? SEC dominates March Madness.NBC News - 6d -
S&P 500 closes higher on soft inflation report; Nasdaq jumps 1% as traders snap up tech shares
The Nasdaq Composite rose on Wednesday after a soft inflation report eased concerns about the economy and as investors snapped up beaten-up technology shares.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Here's what today's CPI report says about inflation
The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than the Fed would like.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady: What that means for mortgages, credit cards and more
The Fed is staying on the sidelines, for now, but some consumer loan rates are changing.CNBC - 5d -
Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week
Mortgage rates dropped to the lowest rate since October of last year, and that pushed demand even higher last week, after a substantial jump the previous week.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Why you should open a $5,000 long-term CD now that inflation's falling again
Inflation fell in February for the first time since September. Here's why a $5,000 long-term CD could be worth opening now.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Shares in Japan's largest trading houses rally after Buffett’s Berkshire hikes stake
Shares in Itochu, Marubeni, Mitsubishi, Mitsui and Sumitomo were up at least 4% shortly after the open.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
HELOC rates continue to fall: Here's how much cheaper it is than the alternatives
HELOC interest rates dropped again this week, emphasizing the cost-effectiveness of this product over alternatives.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
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 - 5d -
HELOC rates fall to a new two-year low: What to know now
HELOC interest rates continued to fall this week, giving prospective borrowers a few timely items to think about.CBS News - 4d -
Inflation worries resurfaced even before Trump ramped up tariffs. Don’t expect angst to go away.
Wall Street was already nervous about a potential rise in inflation because of President Trump’s tariffs — and the last thing investors want to see is another disappointing reading on prices even ...MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Weekly mortgage demand pulls back, as interest rates rise for the first time in 9 weeks
Mortgage rates fell for the first time in nine weeks, causing a pullback in mortgage demand, especially refinancing.CNBC - 5d -
Texans bolster OL, add T. Brown on 1-year deal
The Texans and offensive tackle Trent Brown have agreed to a one-year contract worth $3 million. Brown played for the Bengals last season, but he ruptured his patellar tendon in Week 3.ESPN - 3d -
Japan struggles to adapt to an era of rising prices
The return of inflation was meant to restore a more ‘normal’ economy. But it has been a bumpy ride for both consumers and companiesFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
Trump calls for Fed to cut rates as economic effects of tariffs start to kick in
Hours after the Federal Reserve maintained its guidance for two interest-rate cuts later this year, President Donald Trump weighed in Wednesday night, calling for rate cuts to accompany his new ...MarketWatch - 5d -
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 -
Despite Rising Inflation, Restaurants Are Having a Big Winter
January and February are usually the doldrums for dining, but Americans have been eating out, and spending, with gusto.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
An analyst upgraded Eaton to buy. Jim Cramer says the call is exactly right
Shares of Eaton rose more than 3% on Wednesday.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
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 - 3d -
Wholesale prices flat in February PPI report; Trump threatens 200% tariffs on alcohol from EU
The Producer Price Index was flat in February, showing a yearly increase of 3.2%, below economist expectations. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the report and President ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
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 - 5d -
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 - 4d -
Indonesia shores up rupiah as fears over sluggish economy mount
Central bank maintains benchmark interest rate at 5.75%Financial Times - 6d -
Spalletti: ‘That is the Italy everyone expects, a valuable lesson’
Luciano Spalletti insists the side that fought back from 3-0 down to draw 3-3 with Germany is ‘the Italy that everyone expects,’ hoping that embarrassing goal can be a valuable lesson.The Azzurri ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Chicago Fed President Goolsbee sees rate cuts depending on inflation progress
Goolsbee told CNBC that he's been hearing more concerns from businesses in his region about the impact of tariffs.CNBC - 3d -
Shohei Ohtani hits solo homer in return to Japan, leading Dodgers’ powerful offense to 6-3 win over the Cubs
Shohei Ohtani hit a solo homer in his return to the Tokyo Dome, Roki Sasaki threw three eventful innings in his big-league debut and the Dodgers beat the Cubs to sweep the two-game series in Japan.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Fed faces threat from US consumers’ soaring inflation expectations
University of Michigan survey shows American households’ outlook for price growth is at its highest since the early 1990sFinancial Times - 6d -
These 13 growth stocks are expected to roar back from their declines so far this year
These companies are expected by analysts to increase revenue by at least double the rate of the S&P 500. Their stocks are expected to rise at least 29% over the next 12 months.MarketWatch - Mar. 10 -
China’s retail sales strengthen at the start of the year, industrial output tops expectations
China's economic data for the first two months of the year showed a modest pickup as Beijing reiterated its plan to bolster domestic consumption.CNBC - Mar. 17 -
Almost 70,000 South Africans interested in US asylum
This follows President Donald Trump's February executive order offering Afrikaners refugee status.BBC News - 5d -
Mortgage rates drop to the lowest level in 5 months, luring home buyers back into the housing market
Mortgage applications rose 11.2% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Leverkusen said to be interested in Burkardt
Bayer Leverkusen have Mainz striker Jonathan Burkadt on their radar, according to Sport Bild.The 24-year-old could replace Victor Boniface, who is expected to leave the German champions at the end ...Yahoo Sports - 5d