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The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years

The Independent UK

Fed cuts interest rates, signals pause going into 2026

President Trump has spent most of 2025 demanding lower interest rates.

Axios

Fed cuts interest rates by a quarter point amid apparent split over US economy

Divisive vote to lower rates highlights uncertainty within the Fed as economy absorbs major shakeups, including tariffs

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Mixed employment report won't make RBA's job any easier

Unemployment and jobs growth figures for November tell differing stories about the strength of the labour market, providing little clarity for the Reserve Bank.

AAP

Stock Index Futures Muted Amid Caution Ahead of Fed Rate Decision

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are down -0.01%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are down -0.05% this morning as investors refrain from making big bets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s final interest rate decision of the year, with all eyes on the central bank’s outlook for interest…

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Berkeley boss urges 1% interest rate cut by March to kick-start stalled housebuilding

London’s biggest housebuilder says higher taxes, regulation and interest rates are holding back investment and development amid “very challenging” backdrop

Evening Standard

Asian benchmarks mostly decline as investors anticipate US rate cut

Asian shares are mostly lower, trading in a narrow range ahead of a Federal Reserve meeting that’s expected to result in the third cut to interest rates this year

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As the population ages, the RBA’s interest rate policy is no longer fit for purpose

An extensive government review of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) in 2023 made 51 specific recommendations to enable “an RBA fit for the future”. But the narrow terms of reference confined the review to an economic lens.

The Conversation

JPMorgan's Drop Drags on the Dow: Stock Market Today

Small-cap stocks outperformed Tuesday on expectations that the Fed will cut interest rates on Wednesday.

Kiplinger

CD vs. Money Market: Where to Put Your Year-End Bonus Now

Falling interest rates have savers wondering where to park cash. Here's how much $10,000 earns in today's best CDs versus leading money market accounts.

Kiplinger

Anthony Pompliano Says US Is Entering 'Deflationary Boom' Fueled By AI, Robotics, Demographics Which Are Forcing Fed's Hand On Rate Cuts

Investor Anthony Pompliano warned that the U.S. economy is being reshaped by a series of powerful deflationary forces, with technological advances and demographic trends converging in ways that are ultimately pushing the Federal Reserve towards lower interest rates.

Benzinga

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Hold Steady, Dogecoin Gains Amid Focus On Fed's Interest Rate Moves: Analyst Sees 'Classic Sell The News Type Of Correction'

Bitcoin failed to build on recent gains on Monday, as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates.

Benzinga

Aussie shares edge lower as RBA offers no surprises

Energy and IT stocks have led Australian shares in a subdued trading session after the Reserve Bank board's final meeting of 2025 tracked with expectations.

AAP

December Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The December Fed meeting is one of the last key economic events of 2025, with Wall Street closely watching what Chair Powell & Co. will do about interest rates.

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Dollar Edges Higher with T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday rose by +0.09%. The dollar shook off early losses on Monday and moved higher due to a jump in T-note yields, which strengthened the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The dollar’s near-term upside is limited amid expectations that the Fed will cut the federal...

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Dollar Climbs with T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.11%. The dollar shook off early losses today and moved higher to a jump in T-note yields, which strengthened the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The dollar’s near-term upside is limited amid expectations that the Fed will cut the federal funds target...

The Conversation

How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’

What’s the point of monetary policy?

The Guardian - US

Divided Fed ponders US interest-rate cut at end of tumultuous year

Markets expect final rate cut amid pressure from Trump as Jay Powell urges central bank to proceed with caution

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Christmas rate relief off the table at last RBA meeting

The official cash rate is expected to remain on hold when the Reserve Bank decides on interest rates for the last time in 2025.

Kiplinger

How Much Would a $50,000 HELOC Cost Per Month?

Thinking about tapping your home’s equity? Here’s what a $50,000 HELOC might cost you each month based on current rates.

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Dollar Recovers Early Losses as Bond Yields Rise

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.02%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Friday and finished little changed. Friday's rally in stocks reduced liquidity demand for the dollar. The dollar was also under pressure amid expectations that the Fed will cut interest rates at next week's...

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Dollar Weakens on Improved Fed Rate Cut Prospects

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.08%. The dollar is slightly lower today and is holding just above Thursday's 5-week low. Today's strength in stocks has reduced liquidity demand for the dollar. The dollar is also under pressure amid expectations that the Fed will cut interest rates...

The Guardian - AU

Financial markets now certain the RBA will hike interest rates in 2026

The changed outlook is a result of unwelcome inflation data, but could slow down the hot property market

The Independent UK

Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high

Asian shares are mixed after the U.S. stock market held near its records in a quiet day of trading

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Dollar Gains on Positive US Jobless Claims News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.17%. The dollar recovered from a 5-week low on Thursday and moved higher after US weekly initial unemployment claims unexpectedly fell to a 3-year low, which was hawkish for Fed policy and positive for the dollar. The dollar initially fell to...

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