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UK ministers accused of £2.7bn ‘backdoor hike’ in business rates
Chancellor will taper relief for thousands of shops, pubs and restaurants over next two yearsBusiness - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds
Credit card APRs are edging lower after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half point, but not by much.Business - CNBC - November 1 -
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.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
What will happen to home equity loan rates after this week's Fed rate cut?
Another Fed rate cut is expected this week. Here's what that could mean for home equity loan rates.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Mortgage rates are likely to stay high after Trump's election win—despite Fed rate cuts
With a Republican sweep of the presidency and Congress, mortgage rates could stay well above 6% for the rest of 2024.Business - CNBC - November 7 -
Mortgage rates inch closer to 7% after Fed rate cut and Trump’s win
Mortgage applications rose 0.5% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - November 13 -
Why credit card rates remain high, even after interest rate cuts
Credit card interest rates stand near a record high.Top stories - ABC News - November 14 -
Japan's October headline inflation rate falls, but economists still see BOJ rate hike on the table
Core inflation came in at 2.3%, down from September's 2.4% but higher than the 2.2% that was expected.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
Russia's central bank raises key rate to 21% to rein in higher-than-forecast inflation
Russia's central bank on Friday raised its key interest rate by 200 basis points to 21%, citing higher-than-forecast consumer price increases.Business - CNBC - October 25 -
Russia Raises Interest Rate to 21 Percent, Its Highest in Decades
Military spending and recruitment are causing the country’s economy to overheat, leaving regulators in a struggle to rein in rising prices.Business - The New York Times - October 25 -
How much does a $30,000 HELOC cost monthly now that rates are falling?
A $30,000 HELOC comes with cheap monthly payments that could fall further in the months ahead. Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
USWNT player ratings: Hayes' super-subs Horan, Sears inspire win
USWNT boss Emma Hayes made the right moves as substitutes Lindsey Horan and Emma Sears rallied the hosts to victory over Iceland.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Credit card interest rates are surging: How to lower yours now
The average card rate now surpasses 23%, a record high. Luckily, there are rate-reducing strategies that can help.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
3 ways HELOC interest rates could drop this November
HELOC interest rates are on the decline. Here's how they could fall even further in November.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
We're locking in a 52% gain in this hot industrial stock and changing our rating
The industrial stock will need to beat a high bar for the stock to rally after it reports earnings Thursday.Business - CNBC - October 29 -
Morgan Stanley CEO says the era of zero interest rates and inflation 'is over'
Several of Wall Street's chief executives don't see more than one more interest rate cut by the Fed this year, citing expectations of continued inflation.Business - CNBC - October 29 -
Does Africa need its own credit rating agency?
A pan-continental body is not a cure-all for its debt problemsWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Morgan Stanley CEO says the era of zero interest rates and inflation 'is over'
RIYADH — The days of easy money and zero interest rates are firmly in the past, Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick said Tuesday, speaking at a panel of finance CEOs in Riyadh.Top stories - NBC News - October 29 -
How to get a low home equity loan rate this November
There are multiple ways borrowers can secure a low home equity loan interest rate this November. Here are three.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
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 -
7% mortgage rates are a warning about who will win the election, economist says
Mark Zandi of Moody’s Analytics says rising mortgage rates offer clues about how investors are considering the postelection future of the U.S. economyBusiness - MarketWatch - October 30 -
Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July due to these 3 reasons
Mortgage applications fell 0.1% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - October 30 -
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 -
What's the home equity loan interest rate forecast for November 2024?
Home equity loan interest rates could fall, but they might not be worth waiting for. Here's everything to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
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 nextBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
US economy continues to grow at robust rate days before presidential election
GDP rose by 2.8% in the third quarter, short of economists’ expectations of 3.1%, and driven primarily by consumer spending. The pace of US economic growth slowed over the summer but continued its ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
This bank account is paying 5.25% right now as interest rates surge
Big rises in yields in recent weeks are good for savers.Business - MarketWatch - October 30 -
USWNT player ratings: Naomi Girma a perfect 10 in Argentina win
Girma was the star Wednesday night as the USWNT smashed Argentina 3-0.Sports - ESPN - November 1 -
Bank of Japan holds rates but signals normalisation still on track
Political uncertainty following election upset raises risks of abrupt policy shifts, warn analystsWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
Key inflation rate hits 2.1% in September, as expected, closing in on Fed target
The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to increase 0.2% in September and 2.1% from a year ago.Business - CNBC - October 31