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European Central Bank Cuts Interest Rates as Economic Growth Stagnates
The European Central Bank’s reduction, the fifth consecutive cut since last summer, came a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates.The New York Times - 7h -
US central bankers resist Trump’s pressure to cut interest rates
Also in today’s newsletter, the White House’s U-turn on freezing federal fundingFinancial Times - 9h -
The Fed Holds Rates Steady, Hitting Pause After a Series of Cuts
The U.S. central bank did not cut borrowing costs amid a solid economy and rising inflation risks.The New York Times - 23h -
Trump’s Tariffs Scramble Fed’s Interest Rate Calculus
Economists predict that the Trump administration’s trade policies could push up prices for consumers, making it harder for Fed officials to cut rates.The New York Times - 1d -
Why the Fed may be done cutting interest rates, once and for all
Some economists were saying Wednesday that the rate-cutting cycle is over, while others think the Federal Reserve won’t ease rates again until 2026.MarketWatch - 5h -
Why Americans still can’t get cheaper mortgages, car loans or card balances after three Fed rate cuts
‘This is one of the worst rate-cutting cycles ever for consumers,’ says one expertMarketWatch - 7h -
Trump lashes out after Fed keeps interest rates steady
US president had called on the central bank to sharply reduce borrowing costsFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump slams Fed after decision to hold interest rates steady
Federal Reserve officials held interest rates steady after their latest policy meeting, drawing sharp criticism from President Donald Trump.NBC News - 1d -
Trump bashes Fed after bank doesn't cut rates
President Trump ripped the Federal Reserve and the man he appointed to lead it Wednesday after the central bank kept interest rates steady. In a post on Truth Social, the president accused the Fed ...The Hill - 1d -
Fed holds interest rates steady as inflation remains above 2%
The Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its first policy meeting since President Trump's inauguration.CBS News - 1d -
Mortgage rates are stuck at 7% as Fed holds steady on interest rates
Bad news for home buyers: Mortgage rates are largely stuck at 7% for the time being.MarketWatch - 1d -
Fed holds interest rates, setting potential collision course with Trump
Trump said last week he would "demand" lower interest rates.ABC News - 1d -
No interest rate cut by Federal Reserve as inflation remains above target
The Federal Reserve did not apply a cut to its benchmark rate as inflation remains stubborn. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.CBS News - 1d -
3 CD accounts to consider with the Fed pausing interest rates
The Fed is keeping interest rates paused. Here are three CD accounts to consider now with rates still high.CBS News - 1d -
Fed pauses interest rate cuts—here’s when borrowing costs might drop in 2025
The Fed is holding off on more rate cuts for now, amid concerns that inflation isn’t slowing quickly enough.CNBC - 1d -
Fed holds interest rates steady amid uncertainty over Trump’s impact on economy
Fed chair declines to provide ‘any response or comment whatsoever’ on president’s public demands for lower rates. Federal Reserve officials decided on Wednesday to hold interest rates steady as ...The Guardian - 1d -
Is the Fed interest rate pause good for mortgage rates?
The Fed's rate pause is likely to impact borrowing costs — but will it make mortgage loans more affordable?CBS News - 1d -
This may be ‘most critical thing’ for markets facing Fed interest-rate decision
The Federal Reserve is about to wrap up its first interest-rate-setting meeting of 2025.MarketWatch - 1d -
Fed expected to leave interest rates unchanged in first rate decision of 2nd Trump presidency
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday will make its first interest rate decision of the second Trump administration with economists predicting rates will remain unchanged. CBS News business analyst Jill ...CBS News - 1d -
FirstFT: Fed on collision course with Donald Trump over rate cuts
Also in today’s newsletter, OpenAI accuses DeepSeek of potential copyright breech and a new demography series beginsFinancial Times - 1d -
The Fed Is About to Hit Pause on Rate Cuts. Here’s Why.
Faced with a solid economy and mounting inflation concerns, the U.S. central bank has said it will “move cautiously” on cutting interest rates.The New York Times - 1d -
Fed set to repel Trump’s calls for deep rate cuts
Economists warn that political meddling in monetary policy ‘can often go very badly’Financial Times - 1d -
Here's the financial impact of the Fed's expected pause on rate cuts
The Fed is expected to hold off on another rate cut at its Jan. 29 meeting. Here's what it means for your finances.CBS News - 2d -
Why you may be getting 'shortchanged' on certificate of deposit interest rates, researcher says
It's often a better deal for consumers to pick a long-term certificate of deposit and pay an early withdrawal penalty than buy a short-term CD, research shows.CNBC - 2d -
Will the Fed respond to Trump’s call on interest rates?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - 4d -
Trump piles pressure on Fed chair Jay Powell to cut interest rates
US central bank widely expected to hold borrowing costs steady at meeting next weekFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
Trump tells Davos he’ll demand that interest rates drop. It’s a fresh jab at the Fed.
U.S. President Donald Trump delivered remarks Thursday in a video appearance at the World Economic Forum’s annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland.MarketWatch - Jan. 23 -
How will CD interest rates be impacted by the January Fed meeting?
Could CD interest rates decline again this month? Here's what savers should consider before the January Fed meeting.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Fed Governor Waller sees potential for multiple interest rate cuts in 2025
In a CNBC interview, the policymaker said he expects the first cut could come in the first half of the year.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
Surprise fall in inflation boosts interest rate cut hopes
Inflation falls for the first time in three months, sparking expectations rates may be cut to 4.5% in February.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
This is what it could take for the Fed to hike interest rates
Some economists are now contemplating what was previously unthinkable — and they are focused on the personal-consumption expenditures price indexMarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
Strong December job growth could augur fewer Fed interest-rate cuts
Employers across the U.S. added a robust 256,000 jobs in December, a sign the labor market remains in good shape.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
The Fed Is in No Rush to Cut Rates
Fed officials have signaled that it will take more than one weak report to convince them that the labor market is deteriorating.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Fed Governor Bowman says December interest rate cut should be the last
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said Thursday she supported the recent interest rate cuts but doesn’t see the need to go any further.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Fed Governor Bowman says December interest rate cut should be the last
Bowman said Thursday she supported the recent interest rate cuts but doesn't see the need to go any further.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Why two Fed officials doubt the need for many more rate cuts
One official warned that “progress on inflation could continue to stall.”MarketWatch - Jan. 9 -
Fed officials saw need for ‘careful approach’ to future rate cuts
Minutes from December meeting show policymakers are concerned about US inflation risksFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
Rate-Cut Decision Was Narrow, Fed Minutes Show
Stubborn inflation, and potential tariffs, make future rate cuts uncertain.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Fed Minutes May Show Why More Rate Cuts Will Face Hurdles
After a quarter-point cut in December, Chairman Jerome Powell said policymakers may be more cautious, since the incoming administration will create more uncertainty.Inc. - Jan. 8 -
Fed has hit the pause button for rates, and may only cut once this year, experts say
The Federal Reserve is going to sit on the sidelines and may only cut rates once this year, according to prominent economists attending the American Economic Association meeting in San Francisco ...MarketWatch - Jan. 6