US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, warns of higher unemployment The central bank will hold steady amid economic uncertainty driven by tariffs. Al Jazeera · May 7, 2025
Federal Reserve leaves key rate unchanged as it sees risk of higher prices and higher unemployment The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday, brushing off President Donald Trump’s demands to lower borrowing costs, and said that the risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have risen The Independent UK · May 7, 2025
Federal Reserve doesn’t budge on interest rates Investors are pricing in two to four cuts by the end of the year. Fortune · May 7, 2025
Bank of England poised to cut interest rates as tariffs to weigh on growth Most economists think UK interest rates will be reduced to 4.25% from their current level of 4.5% on Thursday. The Independent UK · May 7, 2025
Czech central bank cuts key interest rate to 3.5% as inflation drops more than expected The Czech Republic’s central bank has cut its key interest rate again, with lower-than-expected inflation The Independent UK · May 7, 2025
Living costs rising despite cooling inflation While some Australians are keenly awaiting the Reserve Bank's next interest rate cut, many Aussies are still doing it tough as living costs continue to bite. AAP · May 7, 2025
No Rate Cuts Expected From US Fed Facing 'Unfavorable' Conditions The US Federal Reserve faces a tough choice Wednesday as it contends with President Donald Trump's tariff rollout: Prioritize tackling inflation by holding interest rates high, do nothing, or stimulate growth and employment by cutting them? International Business Times · May 7, 2025
More than 8 million New Yorkers will get inflation refund checks, says governor Kathy Hochul announces ‘first-ever’ plans to distribute $2bn, as well as plans for free meals for 2.7 million students The Guardian - US · May 6, 2025
2026 HSA Contribution Limits: What to Know Before the Year Ends The IRS says Health Savings Account contribution limits increased again due to inflation. Kiplinger · May 6, 2025
Bank to delay rates announcement due to VE Day two-minute silence Britain’s central bank said it will publish the decision at 12.02pm rather than the usual time of noon. Evening Standard · May 6, 2025
The Fed will likely keep interest rates on hold today, so markets will be watching for Trump’s reaction If markets are hoping for some hints from Jerome Powell, the Fed chairman might disappoint. Fortune · May 6, 2025
Eurozone recovery stalls as services lose momentum despite manufacturing uptick Eurozone growth barely advanced in April as services stagnated despite a manufacturing rebound. Cooling inflation boosts hopes for an ECB rate cut, but weak demand and falling confidence cloud the outlook. Euronews · May 6, 2025
Market turmoil could stoke inflation: Future Fund The Future Fund has outperformed the broader market and its own target but its managers warn market uncertainty could lift bond yields and reignite inflation. AAP · May 6, 2025
Powell won’t cut interest rates on Wednesday, Wharton’s Jeremy Siegel says. He suspects attacks on the Fed chair will escalate “Powell is not going to do anything,” Siegel said in an interview. “Trump, I think, is going to step up the escalation,” he said later. Fortune · May 5, 2025
Kiplinger · May 5, 2025 The Best Energy Stocks to Buy as Oil Prices Spike Energy stocks can expose investors to volatile oil and gas prices. Here's how to find the best energy stocks to buy now.
The Guardian - US · May 5, 2025 Trump says Biden caused the economic downturn. That’s malarkey The US president is blaming ‘Biden’s economy’. In fact, there is one key cause of the poor showing – and it’s not his predecessor
The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025 Bank of England poised to cut rates as fears grow over impact of Trump tariffs Markets suggest quarter-point reduction to 4.25% is almost certain but some economists say Bank must go further
Euronews · May 5, 2025 Will the Federal Reserve ignore Trump and keep rates stable this week? While the US Federal Reserve is still under significant pressure from the Trump administration to slash interest rates, some experts believe that rate cuts may not come for another few months at least.
Barchart · May 4, 2025 FOMC, Earnings and Other Key Things to Watch this Week The stock market rally powered higher last week, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite moving above their 50-day moving averages, buoyed by strong earnings from Microsoft and Meta Platforms. Here are five things to watch this week in the Market.
Evening Standard · May 4, 2025 Bank of England set to cut interest rates as US tariff impact in focus Most economists are expecting rates to be reduced by 0.25 percentage points on Thursday.
Advnture · May 4, 2025 Big Agnes Rapide SL Insulated sleeping pad review: a deep dish of a camping mat that's astonishingly comfortable, warm and packable The updated Rapide SL oozes comfort and versatility across the seasons
Euronews · May 4, 2025 Should you be planning your retirement with the 30:30:30:10 rule? This pension planning rule could help you to save enough regularly for future needs and retirement goals, especially in a rapidly changing tax and legal environment.
International Business Times · May 4, 2025 US Fed Expected To Pause Cuts Again And Wait For Clarity On Tariffs The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to extend a recent pause in rate cuts this week as it waits to see how President Donald Trump's stop-start tariff rollout affects the health of the world's largest economy.
Kiplinger · May 3, 2025 Eight Ways Retirees Can Have Fun Despite Rising Prices Higher prices are a bummer for everyone, but if you're a retiree or on a fixed income, how do you still have a good time without breaking the bank?
International Business Times · May 3, 2025 Inflation, Hotel Prices Curtail Japanese 'Golden Week' Travels Japan's annual "Golden Week" holiday period gets into full swing Saturday, but inflation and hotel prices sent soaring by record inbound tourism have left domestic travellers less eager to pack their bags.