The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Trump's Tariff Threats Could Impact US Economy And Interest Rates

Learn about the potential impact of President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs on trade partners and the Federal Reserve's response.

Top News · Dec 3, 2024

Economy yet to shake malaise as growth misses forecasts

The Australian economy is growing slowly with government support, with energy rebates effectively transferring household spending to the public purse.

AAP · Dec 3, 2024

Fed May Raise Rates Due To Trump's Tariffs Impact

Proposed tariffs by President-elect Trump may impact interest rates and inflation, prompting Fed analysis.

Top News · Dec 2, 2024

Will U.S. Bonds Keep Falling?

The U.S. Fed has cut the short-term Fed Funds Rate by 75 basis points since September 2024 and has told markets that more monetary policy easing is on the horizon. Meanwhile, longer-term rates continue to ignore the short-term rates as they climb to higher levels.

Barchart · Nov 28, 2024

Russian Ruble Slump Might Spark Rise In Interest Rates: Report

The currency has fallen more than 9% against the dollar since Nov. 21

International Business Times · Nov 28, 2024

Top bank chief reveals why rates are still on hold

Australia's top central banker reveals why she still hasn't pulled the trigger on interest rate cuts despite similar countries already taking action.

AAP · Nov 28, 2024

Wealth gap between younger and older households has shrunk – report

Much of the ‘wealth boom’ remains to be passed on down the generations in the form of inheritances and gifts, the Resolution Foundation said.

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2024

Dollar Weakens as the Euro and Yen Rally

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Wednesday fell by -0.86% and posted a 2-week low. Strength in the euro and the yen on Wednesday undercut the dollar. Also, Wednesday’s mixed US economic news pushed T-note yields lower, weakening the dollar’s interest rate differentials. US Q3 GDP was unrevised at 2.8% (q/q...

Barchart · Nov 27, 2024

Dollar Falls with Bond Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.67%. Strength in the euro and the yen today is weighing on the dollar. Also, today’s mixed US economic news pushed T-note yields lower, weakening the dollar’s interest rate differentials. US Q3 GDP was unrevised at 2.8% (q/q annualized) right on...

Barchart · Nov 27, 2024

3 Small-Cap Stocks That Are Ready to Rocket Higher

With lower interest rates and lower corporate taxes more likely, it's a good time to consider three small-cap stocks that present a buying opportunity

MarketBeat · Nov 27, 2024