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Higher Interest Rates Make Federal Debt More Expensive
The Fed’s key rate has a bearing on the sustainability of public borrowing, which is heading to striking levels.The New York Times - 1d -
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 -
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 -
Federal Reserve to make first interest rate decision under Trump administration
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will make its first interest rate decision since President Trump took office. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to ...CBS News - 1d -
Democrats to Question Commerce Nominee’s Web of Financial Interests
Howard Lutnick, the wealthy financier Trump has picked to lead the Commerce Department, is set to be questioned by the Senate in a nomination hearing Wednesday.The New York Times - 1d -
My partner reaches orgasm long before I do – then she loses all interest
It’s been like this for most of our 10 years together. I’m getting a little frustrated. My partner has little interest in foreplay and wants to move quickly to the main event. This nearly always ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump’s commerce nominee accused of conflict of interest
Billionaire entrepreneur Howard Lutnick expected to be confirmed after senate hearingFinancial Times - 1d -
Michael King landing spots: Ranking all 30 teams by need if Padres make starting pitcher available in trade
San Diego appears to still be looking to cut payroll before Opening DayCBS Sports - 2d -
While Musk and Altman wage their silly little feud, China is making all the broligarchs look like chumps | Arwa Mahdawi
The launch of the AI chatbot DeepSeek wiped $1tn off the value of US tech stocks. That should worry even this overhyped and self-satisfied twosome. They say your enemy’s enemy is your friend. ...The Guardian - 2d -
ASML is about to report results. DeepSeek makes it all the more interesting.
After Monday’s fears over artificial-intelligence microchips fueled by the rise of low-cost Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek, the Dutch company’s results due Wednesday morning may have even more sway.MarketWatch - 2d -
Ocasio-Cortez: 'Trump is all about making inflation WORSE'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said amid fears of a trade war with Colombia on Sunday that President Trump “is all about making inflation WORSE for working class Americans, not better.” “To ...The Hill - 3d -
How low will UK interest rates go?
There is more room for the Bank of England to loosen monetary policy than the market expectsFinancial Times - 3d -
Will the Fed respond to Trump’s call on interest rates?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - 4d -
Rangers Make Minor Trade With Lightning, All Eyes On Chris Drury to Make Big Move
The Rangers have acquired forward Lucas Edmonds from the Lightning.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Vinícius: Focused on Madrid amid Saudi interest
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has said he's focused on "continuing to develop and helping the biggest club in the world" despite interest from Saudi Arabia.ESPN - Jan. 23 -
Trump says he will 'demand' lower interest rates
Trump made a virtual address to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.ABC News - Jan. 23 -
NBA All-Star Game starter predictions: Stephen Curry, LeBron James make cut, Jalen Brunson edges fan favorite
The 2025 NBA All-Star Game starters will be announced Thursday nightCBS Sports - Jan. 23 -
'Wicked' soars, 'Emilia Pérez' makes history and surprise snubs: See all the Oscar nominees
What to expect from the 2025 Oscar nominee announcementsNBC News - Jan. 23 -
MLB rumors: Blue Jays showing interest in Max Scherzer, market heating up for All-Star reliever
Here's the latest from baseball's hot stoveCBS Sports - Jan. 20 -
Spurs, Pacers make their way to Paris, for a week where all eyes will be on Victor Wembanyama
Officially, Indiana will be the home team on the scoreboard when it plays San Antonio in Paris on ThursdayABC News - Jan. 20 -
Researchers working to make pulse oximeters work better on all skin colors
Researchers from UCSF are leading an effort to find out which pulse oximeters work equally well on all skin colors. NBC News' Erika Edwards reports.NBC News - Jan. 19 -
When will HELOC interest rates drop again?
HELOC interest rates recently fell to an 18-month low. Here's when they could decline again.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Investor interest in defense grows
Yahoo News - Jan. 16 -
REPORT: Two Sharks Defensemen Drawing Trade Interest
Two San Jose Sharks defensemen are starting to be named in trade rumors as the NHL's Trade Deadline approaches.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15 -
What's the CD interest rate forecast for 2025?
Planning to open a CD account? It may help to know where experts say CD rates could head this year.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
Inside Trump’s renewed interest to acquire Greenland for US
President-elect Donald Trump said he would not rule out the use of American military force to seize control of Greenland, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Trump is not the ...NBC News - Jan. 12 -
Cade Cunningham continues to make All-Star case with huge triple-double to lead red-hot Pistons to another win
Cunningham took over in the fourth quarter as Detroit won for the ninth time in 11 gamesCBS Sports - Jan. 12 -
Eagles' Lane Johnson unhappy about All-Pro voting that resulted in Lions' Penei Sewell making first team
There was an 'All-Pro Comparison' chart at Johnson's locker on FridayCBS Sports - Jan. 11 -
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 -
It All Started With a Ouija Board
Laura Acker and Evan Menscher met last spring after, she believes, her father’s spirit led her to him.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Russia watching Trump's Greenland ambitions 'with great interest'
The Kremlin says it’s watching with “great interest” President-elect Trump’s ambitions for the U.S. to acquire Greenland. Trump declined to rule out using military force in his pursuit of ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
What's a good CD interest rate in 2025?
CD rates have dropped, but they're still relatively high as 2025 begins. Here's what's considered a good rate now.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
What factors drive mortgage loan interest rates?
The Fed rate decisions aren't the only factor that plays a role in where mortgage rates head next.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Trump: ‘Interest rates are far too high’
President-elect Trump on Tuesday declared interest rates are too high even as he decried still-elevated inflation, setting up renewed tensions with the central bank chair who resisted pressure cut ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
O'Leary: Trump US-Canada merger an interesting concept
"Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary said Monday that the concept of the U.S. and Canada merging into one country is "very interesting." “I went to Palm Beach for a couple of days. On Saturday, we ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
HELOC interest rate pros and cons to know for 2025
A HELOC interest rate comes with some significant pros and cons in today's evolving economic climate.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
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NFL playoffs: Ranking all 14 teams to make the postseason, from juggernaut Lions to slumping Steelers
How do the contenders stack up going into Wild Card Weekend?CBS Sports - Jan. 6 -
USA's Cardoso 'motivated' by transfer interest
Constant transfer speculation is giving Real Betis midfielder Johnny Cardoso extra motivation to play at his best, according to the United States international.ESPN - Jan. 3