The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

ECB Set To Cut Rates Again As Inflation Cools

European Central Bank policymakers meet on Thursday with fading price pressures and weaker economic activity in the eurozone nudging them towards making another cut to interest rates.

International Business Times · Oct 17, 2024

2 Energy Stocks for a Fat Dividend Yield of At Least 7%

These energy stocks continue to deliver a fat dividend yield of over 7%, making them attractive in a market where interest rates are expected to decline.

Barchart · Oct 16, 2024

Does the drop in inflation mean things are going to get better?

As the CPI shows a fall in the overall rate at which prices are rising, Sean O’Grady looks at what it might mean for those of us hoping for an improvement in our everyday finances – and for the chancellor, too, as she prepares to announce her first Budget in…

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2024

Why are mortgage rates rising and when could they fall again?

The Bank of England is still expected to cut its headline lending rate from 5% to 4.75% when its Monetary Policy Committee meets in November

Evening Standard · Oct 15, 2024

Pay growth in Great Britain falls below 5%, making interest rate cut more likely

Gap between wages and inflation narrows in August, as UK unemployment rate dips to 4%

The Guardian - UK · Oct 15, 2024

The government spent twice what it needed to on economic support during COVID, modelling shows

The independent inquiry into the government’s COVID response is due to report on October 25.

The Conversation · Oct 14, 2024

With Inflation Down, ECB Eyes Faster Tempo Of Rate Cuts

The European Central Bank is expected to lower interest rates again this week as anxiety about inflation in the eurozone fades and concerns over sluggish growth mount.

International Business Times · Oct 14, 2024

Inflation green shoots could spell earlier rates relief

A cooling rental market and slower pay growth hint at a disinflationary pulse some economists hope could deliver borrowers an early Christmas present.

AAP · Oct 14, 2024

‘Chasing yield’ was an inside joke at SVB—until it led to the bank’s collapse

Back in 2011, some of the bank leaders were involved in running jokes about chasing yield. Now, they don’t seem so funny.

Fortune · Oct 13, 2024

Where To Put Your Money As Interest Rates Drop

Earning 5% returns on your money is slowly coming to an end. Even so, there are places to put your money that still make sense.

Kiplinger · Oct 12, 2024