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Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear

The Federal Reserve is reducing rates in response to cooling inflation. Donald Trump’s presidential victory has pumped up uncertainty.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Election-week Fed meeting won’t give markets the roadmap they want

Next Thursday, economists expect broad agreement among Fed Chair Jerome Powell and his colleagues on a decision to reduce the benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point to a range of ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 4

Dozens of retailers jacked up interest rates on store cards ahead of Fed cuts

Dozens of retailers, including Macy's, Gap and TJ Maxx, increased APRs on their store credit cards before the Federal Reserve cut rates, padding their profits.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

Fed officials see interest rate cuts ahead, but only 'gradually,' meeting minutes show

Federal Reserve officials expressed confidence that inflation is easing and the labor market is strong, allowing for further interest rate cuts albeit at a gradual pace.

Business - CNBC - 4 hours ago

Fed officials see interest rate cuts ahead, but only 'gradually,' meeting minutes show

Federal Reserve officials expressed confidence that inflation is easing and the labor market is strong, allowing for further interest rate cuts albeit at a gradual pace, according to minutes from ...

If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?

The latest rise, to 6.79% for a 30-year mortgage, reflects bond market concern about President-elect Trump’s agenda. It extends an uptick in mortgage rates despite expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Why the Federal Reserve Rate Cut Isn’t Lowering Your Loan Rates

Fed rate cuts and lending rates do not always experience like-to-like movement. Here’s a quick look at rates, and what to expect moving forward.

Business - Inc. - October 30

What will happen to mortgage rates after this week's Fed rate cut?

The Federal Reserve is set to issue another rate cut this week. Here's what could then happen to mortgage rates.

What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

Another Fed rate cut is now official. Here's what that could mean for mortgage interest rates.

What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates

The Federal Reserve issued another cut to the federal funds rate this week. Here's what it could mean for HELOC rates.

Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut

Lenders have been raising the cost of fixed-rate deals creating a headache for buyers and those remortgaging.

Which gold investment is best when rates are cut?

Some gold assets are better than others when interest rates are dropping, experts say.

Trump’s victory means fewer Fed rate cuts

“Trump is a president who likes to spend, he was a real-estate developer who loves to borrow. I don’t think he’s shaken either of those ideals,” notes one analyst.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

Interest rates cut but Bank hints fewer falls to come

Interest rates were cut to 4.75% but the Bank expects inflation to creep higher after last week's Budget.

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.75%

Central bank signals further reduction is unlikely before next year as it raises post-Budget inflation forecast

World - Financial Times - November 7

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point

The Federal Reserve approved its second consecutive interest rate cut Thursday.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Fed cuts interest rates days after election

The Fed cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point.

Fed cuts interest rates as Powell says he will not resign as chair

US central bank lowers target range by a quarter point to 4.5%-4.75%

World - Financial Times - November 7

Interest Rate Debate Continues on December Cut

The minutes of the Fed’s November meeting indicate the central bank’s policymakers haven’t decided on a rate cut next month.

Business - Inc. - 19 hours ago

Mortgage demand stalls as interest rates surge higher ahead of election

Total mortgage application volume was essentially flat, falling 0.1% compared with the previous week.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Mortgage rates inch up to a 3-month high ahead of Fed meeting

Mortgage applications fell 10.8% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

Small Business Owners More Confident About Borrowing After Rate Cut

Entrepreneurs and the banks that finance their expansions and upgrades are more optimistic, as refinancing and new loans get easier.

Business - Inc. - October 29

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 - October 30

Fed poised to look past US election uncertainty with quarter-point rate cut

Central bank expected to stay the course despite a distorted jobs report and unclear path for economic policy

Business - Financial Times - November 3

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. - November 3

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 - November 4

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.

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.

Here's what to expect with the Fed's rate cut decision on Thursday

The Federal Reserve will make a rate cut decision on November 7. Here's what economists expect.

Fed May Cut Rates in Response to Tight Credit Conditions

This week, the central bank will likely announce reduced interest rates as low demand for loans continues.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates, but Signals Stickier Inflation

The central bank said that future cuts would be gradual amid higher inflation forecasts after the new government introduced spending and tax increases in its budget.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Wall Street reacts to Trump win as Fed weighs interest rate cut

President-elect Trump’s victory spurred a surge on Wall Street with the Dow Jones, S&P and Nasdaq reaching record highs. It comes as the Federal Reserve is weighing another interest rate cut with a ...

Will UK interest rate cut make mortgages and loans cheaper?

Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.

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Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear

Election-week Fed meeting won’t give markets the roadmap they want

Dozens of retailers jacked up interest rates on store cards ahead of Fed cuts

Fed officials see interest rate cuts ahead, but only 'gradually,' meeting minutes show

Fed officials see interest rate cuts ahead, but only 'gradually,' meeting minutes show

If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?

Why the Federal Reserve Rate Cut Isn’t Lowering Your Loan Rates

What will happen to mortgage rates after this week's Fed rate cut?

What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates

Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut

Which gold investment is best when rates are cut?

Trump’s victory means fewer Fed rate cuts

Interest rates cut but Bank hints fewer falls to come

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.75%

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point

Fed cuts interest rates days after election

Fed cuts interest rates as Powell says he will not resign as chair

Interest Rate Debate Continues on December Cut

Mortgage demand stalls as interest rates surge higher ahead of election

Mortgage rates inch up to a 3-month high ahead of Fed meeting

Small Business Owners More Confident About Borrowing After Rate Cut

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

Fed poised to look past US election uncertainty with quarter-point rate cut

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

BoE expected to cut interest rates despite looser fiscal policy

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

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

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

Here's what to expect with the Fed's rate cut decision on Thursday

Fed May Cut Rates in Response to Tight Credit Conditions

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates, but Signals Stickier Inflation

Wall Street reacts to Trump win as Fed weighs interest rate cut

Will UK interest rate cut make mortgages and loans cheaper?

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