The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Africa In Debt Spiral As Restructuring Efforts Drag On

While the explosion of debt is throwing a shadow over global economic growth, experts warn that sub-Saharan Africa, where several countries are already in default, is experiencing its worst-ever crisis.

International Business Times · Jan 20, 2024

Asian Markets Track Wall St Higher After Tech Surge

Asian markets rose Friday following a tech-led rally on Wall Street that helped soothe traders' concerns that the Federal Reserve will likely not cut interest rates as early or by as much as hoped this year.

International Business Times · Jan 19, 2024

Interest Rates Are High. GOP Presidential Candidates Need To Get Serious About It.

They will either reduce the ability to spend money or to cut taxes.

Reason · Jan 18, 2024

UK inflation rise complicates outlook on interest rates

Surprise increase is blow to Bank of England’s fight against rising prices – but could be followed by falls

The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2024

Financial policies aimed at easing young people's transition into adulthood

Discover policies designed to make it easier for young people to transition into the financial world, including addressing student loan debt and promoting ...

Top News · Jan 17, 2024

The Best of Reason: The Fiscal Hawks Were Right About Debt and Interest Rates

Rosy fiscal expectations based on eternally low interest rates have proven dangerously wrong.

Reason · Jan 16, 2024

US Fed 'Within Striking Distance' Of Inflation Target: Official

The US Federal Reserve is "within striking distance" of reaching its long-term inflation target and could begin cutting interest rates this year, a senior official said Tuesday.

International Business Times · Jan 16, 2024

UK pay is rising, but Bank of England is still expected to cut interest rates

Outlook for employment looks weak enough to convince even hawkish policymakers to lower rates

The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2024

Why The Fed Could Declare Victory On Fighting Inflation Sooner Rather Than Later In 2024

While more data is needed to reach a definite conclusion on the direction of inflation, there are a few reasons why the nation's central bank may declare victory against inflation and begin cutting interest rates.

International Business Times · Jan 16, 2024

Rio Tinto ramps up iron ore, upbeat on energy minerals

Global supply chain challenges have eased and labour costs are still rising in Australia and North America but interest rates may have peaked, Rio Tinto says.

AAP · Jan 15, 2024