The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

UK inflation expected to slow sharply, easing interest rate pressure

Economists expect October’s reading to fall almost two points to 4.8%, helped by drop in energy prices

The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2023

October CPI Report: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation

A softer-than-expected CPI report could mean the Fed is done raising interest rates this cycle.

Kiplinger · Nov 14, 2023

Cost-Conscious Consumers are Boosting the Earnings of Discount Retailers

With higher interest rates and sticky inflation undercutting the purchasing power of most consumers, value retailers are holding up against a broader spending pullback as anxiety over the economy prompts shoppers to seek discounts and deals. Many of the off-price retailers, such as TJX Cos (TJX ), Ross Stores (ROST...

Barchart · Nov 14, 2023

CBA posts $2.5b in 1Q24 profit as arrears stay low

Australia's biggest bank says there was just a modest increase in late payments in the September quarter, despite the impact of higher interest rates.

AAP · Nov 14, 2023

Consumers, businesses still wary about the future

Consumer confidence has taken a hit after another round of interest rate pain, with businesses also cautious about the outlook despite economic resilience.

AAP · Nov 14, 2023

Morgan Stanley’s investment chief expects stocks to rise just 2% in all of 2024—but these AI-era picks and defensive plays could help investors outperform

“The leading macro data suggests that we're in a late cycle market environment,” Morgan Stanley's Wilson wrote Monday, adding that it's stock pickers' world.

Fortune · Nov 13, 2023

3 Insurance Stock Buys for a Profitable November

Despite signs of the Fed achieving a soft landing, additional rate hikes could be in the offing. Insurance companies usually benefit from rising interest rates. Amid this backdrop, it could be prudent to buy fundamentally strong insurance stocks Loews (L), MS&AD Insurance Group (MSADY), and The Hartford Financial Services Group…

StockNews.com · Nov 13, 2023

Analyzing 3 Insurance Stocks With Buy Potential

The Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry’s prospects appear promising, thanks to robust demand and rapid digitalization. Moreover, insurance companies benefit from higher interest rates. Thus, quality insurance stocks W.R. Berkley (WRB), CNA Financial (CNA), and Donegal Group (DGICA) could be ideal buys now. Continue reading….

StockNews.com · Nov 13, 2023

Rising interest rates wipe £200m off British Land’s property portfolio

Underlying profits, however, up 3.4% to £142m in half year to end of September, driven by higher market rents

The Guardian - UK · Nov 13, 2023

Cash Isas back in fashion as interest rates rise to 5%-plus

More savers look set to turn to products that allow them to accumulate cash tax-free

The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2023