When the interest rate cut will hit your mortgage, car loan, credit card bills and savings accounts
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The New York Times - Business
After Fed Cuts Rates, Biden Claims Credit for Economy’s Strength
The president said he was not declaring victory over inflation, but marking a pivot point for the recovery from pandemic recession.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Financial Times - Business
S&P 500 closes at record high after Fed makes jumbo cut to US interest rates
Global stocks rally as investors bet that the central bank’s move will support US economic growth3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Trump’s cap for credit-card interest rates wouldn’t pass Congress, analyst says
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Wednesday promised to cap interest rates for credit cards, but a veteran analyst predicts the plan wouldn’t get the congressional approval that it ...3 hours ago - Donald Trump -
MarketWatch - Business
Mortgage rates went up right after the Fed cut interest rates. Here’s why.
Mortgage rates inched up even though the Federal Reserve cut interest rates. Experts explain why this is a short-lived phenomenon.4 hours ago - Mortgage -
The New York Times - Business
Should You Refinance Your Mortgage After the Fed’s Interest Rate Cut?
People who bought homes in the past two years may want to seek a lower interest rate. Here’s how to think it through — and how to shop.5 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
What does the rate cut mean for mortgages and homebuyers?
The Fed delivered a jumbo-sized rate cut this week.6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Trump proposes credit-card interest caps, but smart money still views him as bank-friendly
The analyst community isn’t taking the former president’s proposal too seriously, and is instead looking at Trump’s bank-friendly term as a guide for how investors should play a possible second ...6 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
How the Fed rate cut can help you tackle credit card debt
The Fed's rate cut won't necessarily slash credit card interest rates, but it could help you get rid of your card debt.7 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
30-Year Mortgage Rate Drops to 6.09% After Fed Rate Cut
The decline in mortgage costs, influenced by expectations of the Federal Reserve’s rate moves, could revive interest in buying, selling and remortgaging, economists said.7 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
When the interest-rate cut will hit your mortgage, car loan, credit-card bills and savings accounts
Lower interest rates will soften the prices consumers pay for debt — but people may not see an impact on their payments for a while9 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
From mortgages to auto loans, experts weigh in on when — or if — to refinance as interest rates fall
The Federal Reserve just cut interest rates by a half point. That may open up some refinancing opportunities for borrowers, depending on the type of loan.9 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Car insurance rates are soaring. Here's how to cut costs.
As the average cost of car insurance climbs over $2,300 per year, Consumer Reports' Brian Vines provides practical advice to reduce payments.9 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Personal loans vs. credit cards: Which is better as interest rates drop?
Both options have unique benefits in today's cooling rate climate. Here's what to know now.10 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
What Fed Interest Rate Cuts Means for Mortgages, Car Loans and More
Here’s what the half-point interest rate cut will mean for your car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.12 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Car buyers face a stubborn problem that Fed interest-rate cuts can’t solve: record-high prices
The Federal Reserve’s long-awaited interest-rate cut is finally here, but prospective car buyers hoping it will bring down the cost of loans shouldn’t hold their breath, experts say.12 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Homeowners scramble to refinance as U.S. mortgage rates hit two-year lows
Mortgage applications rose 14.2% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.14 hours ago - Mortgage -
MarketWatch - Business
Treasury-bill rates tumble after Fed delivers biggest interest-rate cut in years
Yields on Treasury bills maturing in up to three months tumbled on Wednesday, after the Federal Reserve delivered a half-percentage-point interest-rate cut and signaled the likelihood of additional ...Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Lower interest rates are finally here. Here’s how to decide if you should refinance your mortgage.
There’s been upswing in mortgage refinances as rates have dropped. But the time may not be right for you.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
The size of the Fed’s interest-rate cut doesn’t matter as much for your wallet as this other key decision
The Federal Reserve opted for a bold 50-basis-point cut Wednesday. It might only save you “a couple of bucks” — for now.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how the Fed's big rate cut affects mortgages
The Federal Reserve slashed rates by an unexpected 50 basis points today. Here's how that could impact mortgages.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
The Federal Reserve just cut interest rates by a half point. Here's what that means for your wallet
The first rate cut in years will affect many types of consumer products. Here's what it means for credit cards, mortgage rates, auto loans and savings accounts.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Credit card debt is climbing. Here's how to get rid of yours now.
If you're dealing with compounding credit card debt, these strategies can help you get rid of it.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Despite the Fed's first interest rate cut in years, it may be too soon to refinance your mortgage. Here's why
The Federal Reserve just made its first interest rate cut, which can influence mortgage rates. But it still may be too soon to refinance your mortgage.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Weekly mortgage demand surges 14% as interest rates hit two-year low
Mortgage rates came down again last week, and with the expectation that they could fall further, mortgage demand suddenly jumped, especially for refinancing.Yesterday - Mortgage -
CNBC - Business
Weekly mortgage demand surges 14% higher as interest rates hit two-year low
Mortgage rates don't follow the Fed exactly, but they are influenced by policy and could move on Wednesday's news.Yesterday - Mortgage -
The New York Times - Top stories
An Interest Rate Cut
We explore the politics of today’s Fed announcement.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's how a Fed rate cut could impact your credit card balance
The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates on Wednesday. Here's how that would impact people with credit card balances.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
How much will an $800,000 mortgage cost monthly after rate cuts?
Monthly payments on an $800,000 mortgage loan could soon become less expensive. Here's what to know now.2 days ago - Mortgage -
CBS News - Top stories
How far will mortgage interest rates drop this week?
The Fed is set to issue its first rate cut since 2020 this week. Here's how far mortgage interest rates could then drop.2 days ago - Mortgage -
CBS News - Top stories
How to make CD accounts valuable as interest rates drop
There are ways to make CD accounts valuable even as interest rates fall. Here's how to get the most out of them.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Traders step up bets on BoE interest rate cut
Markets price in 35% chance of central bank move this week as expectations of large US rate cut have grown2 days ago