Powell Points to Two More Normal Size Rate Cuts This Year

Would a Strong Job Market Stop Fed Rate Cuts? This Official Says No.

Mary C. Daly, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, said that the central bank shouldn’t act “out of fear.”

Business - The New York Times - October 15

Surprise fall in inflation to 1.7% paves way for interest rate cuts

September's figure comes two weeks ahead of the Budget and will be used to decide how much benefits will rise in April.

US economic growth is strong — so why cut rates?

Only borrowers such as struggling commercial property and debt-laden zombie companies will benefit

World - Financial Times - October 17

ECB Cuts Interest Rates Again as Eurozone Inflation Slows

Policymakers who set interest rates for the 20 countries that use the euro have lowered rates in back-to-back meetings for the first time since 2011.

Business - The New York Times - October 17

ECB cuts interest rates to support flagging eurozone economy

Fall in inflation enables central bank to bring in quarter point cut to 3.25% after business and consumer slowdown. Business live – latest updates The European Central Bank has intervened to ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

Yahya Sinwar: the ruthless architect of Hamas’s October 7 attack

Fugitive militant who spent decades in jail has been killed in Gaza

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Trump hawks merchandise as White House race enters final stretch

Republican candidate cashes in on fame to sell pieces of his suits, branded jewellery and footwear and his image

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Top Trump economic adviser says big Fed rate cut was justified

Kevin Hassett is contender to replace Jay Powell as US central bank chair if Republican wins election

Business - Financial Times - October 18

The Fed Looks Like It Made a Mistake With Its Jumbo Rate Cut

Strong economic data and a still-hot economy has made some experts wonder whether the central bank made the right call with its jumbo rate cut.

Business - Inc. - October 18

New-home construction dips in September, as builders await rate cuts

Construction on new U.S. homes fell 0.5% in September, the Commerce Department said Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Back-to-back rate cuts no indication of future ECB policy, governor says

Slovenian central bank chief Boštjan Vasle argues central bank needs flexibility to respond to signs of persistent inflation

World - Financial Times - October 20

Why home equity borrowers shouldn't wait for the November rate cut

If you need to access your home equity consider acting now, before a potential November rate cut. Here's why.

The UK Budget in five charts: Reeves limits BoE space for rate cuts

Central bank is nevertheless still likely to ease policy this year and next

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Federal Reserve to Cut Rates Again Despite Unclear Post-Election Outlook

Two days after the election, the Federal Reserve will cut rates again.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

BoE expected to cut interest rates despite looser fiscal policy

UK central bank focused on longer-term picture of slowing inflation even as Budget predicted to increase near-term demand

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Will gold's price fall after this week's Fed rate cut?

The Fed rate cut could have a big impact on gold prices this week, but that impact may not be what you'd expect.

Why the Fed will likely cut rates in December — even after this week’s meeting

The trend in short-term rates leading up to the U.S. presidential election usually persists.

Business - MarketWatch - 5 hours ago

Gold vs. silver investing: Which is better when interest rates are cut?

Both can be smart investments right now, experts say, but one option could make more sense for your portfolio.

Why you should open a CD even as the Fed continues to cut rates

An additional Federal Reserve rate cut is expected to be issued this week. Here's why you should open a CD anyway.

Trump cuts Harris lead to 3 points in New Hampshire: Poll

Former President Trump has cut Vice President Harris’s lead to just 3 percentage points in New Hampshire, according to a poll released Friday. The Emerson College Polling/WHDH survey found that 50 ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Mortgage rates surge, putting a damper on home buying and refinancing

Mortgage applications fell 17% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

Should you lock in a mortgage rate after the November rate cut? Experts weigh in

Aside from the November rate cut, several factors play a role in timing your mortgage rate lock.

‘A disappointment to home buyers’: Mortgage rates surge to a two-month high

The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.44%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

Cargo On-Time Rates Are Dismal. Two Shipowners Have a Plan to Fix That.

In a new alliance, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are aiming to cut docking costs and improve on-time performance.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 20

2 States to Vote on Lower Minimum Wage Rate for Tipped Workers

Massachusetts and Arizona plan ballot measures that could eliminate the subminimum wage paid to many workers in the restaurant and hospitality industries.

Business - Inc. - October 21

LCS takeaways: Yankees grab Game 1, Mets pull even

The Mets quieted Dodger Stadium in an NLCS Game 2 blowout, while the ALCS began with a Yankees win.

Sports - ESPN - October 15

Follow live: Lakers, Wolves going neck-and-neck late in season opener

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Sports - ESPN - October 23

Two more men charged with murder of Kieran Shepherd

A murder investigation is continuing after Kieran Shepherd, 30, dies following an assault in a Chelmsford street.

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