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UK interest rates could go back above 4% if energy shock persists, Niesr warns

The National Institute of Economic and Social Research said the Bank of England will have to contend with a ‘shock’ to energy costs.

Evening Standard

Dan Murphy's owner trims margins to boost sales

Pubs and bottle-shop owner Endeavour says its scale will deliver better prices in a high inflation environment, as living costs continue to bite.

AAP

UK borrowing costs jump again on fears Iran conflict will curb growth

Investors suspect rising oil and gas costs will stoke inflation and delay cuts in interest rates

The Guardian - UK

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Why surging oil prices are a shock for the global economy – but not yet a crisis

Global oil markets have reacted swiftly to escalating tensions in the Middle East as the United States and Israel continue their assault on Iran.

The Conversation

Middle East crisis pushes up oil prices – and could drive inflation rises too

Effects of extended conflict between US and Iran could also lead to higher interest rates and hit economic growth

The Guardian - UK

Oil, gas and stocks fluctuate over Iran war – what does it mean for your money, pension and energy prices?

The latest conflict, which is spreading across the Middle East, will have a significant knock-on effect in terms of inflation, interest rates and commodity prices

The Independent UK

Can Suze Orman’s Most Outdated Piece of Advice Still Work in 2026?

Suze Orman’s personal finance advice on extra mortgage payments may be outdated in 2026, as low interest rates can favor savings and higher-return investments.

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How Trump’s New Fed Pick Could Change Your Interest Income Forever

Tighten your seatbelt for this one. Interest income, the kind that grows quietly inside savings accounts and money market funds, might feel the wind changing soon. Discussions around influence on the U.S. central bank and potential leadership direction keep surfacing whenever Donald Trump stays politically active. People care because central…

The Free Financial Advisor

Why More Couples Are Moving Cash Into High-Yield Accounts

Couples today are rethinking where they keep their cash, and many are realizing that traditional savings accounts simply aren’t cutting it anymore. With interest rates still elevated and financial uncertainty lingering, high‑yield savings accounts have become one of the easiest ways to earn more without taking on extra risk. For…

Dinks Finance

A Top Vanguard ETF Pick Outperforms on International Strength

A weakening dollar and lower interest rates lifted international stocks, which was good news for one of our favorite exchange-traded funds.

Kiplinger

Regulators Are Shifting Their Approach to Title-Loan Lenders — Here’s What Borrowers Should Know

Title loans have long occupied one of the most expensive corners of the consumer-finance market. They offer fast cash in exchange for a vehicle title, but the cost of that speed can be enormous. Interest rates often soar into triple digits, repayment windows are short, and a single missed payment…

Clever Dude

Why Smart Drivers Are Refinancing Their Auto Loans Before Rates Shift Again

The cost of borrowing never sits still for long. Interest rates move, markets react, and monthly payments either shrink or swell depending on timing. Right now, financially savvy drivers refuse to sit back and hope for the best. They review their auto loans with a critical eye, weigh their options…

The Free Financial Advisor

The Interest Rate Cliff Explained: One Day You’re Fine, the Next Day You’re Broke

Everything looks stable—until it doesn’t. A budget that balanced perfectly last month suddenly collapses under the weight of a higher mortgage payment, a pricier credit card bill, or a business loan that now costs far more than expected. That sharp, jarring shift has a name: the interest rate cliff.

The Free Financial Advisor

How long should I fix my mortgage deal for as interest rates continue to fall?

There’s more to consider than just the expense of interest on your property’s deal

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Pay Raise Misfire: Average Pay Is Up Nearly 4 Percent and Many Families Still Don’t Feel Better Off

Four percent sounds like progress. It sounds like momentum. It sounds like the kind of number that should put a little extra bounce in your step when payday hits. And yet, across the country, many families look at their paychecks and still feel like they’re running in place.

The Conversation

What are your options if you can’t afford to repay your mortgage?

After just three rate cuts in 2025, interest rates have risen again in Australia this year. It’s unwelcome news for many borrowers – particularly those still struggling with the increasing cost of living.

Evening Standard

Badenoch clashes with Martin Lewis over student loan reforms

The money saving expert interrupted Badenoch’s GMB interview to challenge her on interest rates and repayment thresholds

The Guardian - UK

Martin Lewis ambushes Badenoch on Good Morning Britain over student loans plan

Finance campaigner marches on to set and tells Tory leader her policy to cut interest rates will only help top earners

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Fortune

In the $3 trillion private credit market, the ‘shadow default’ rate is increasing as more money chases lower-quality deals

A decline in interest rates offered by the Fed plus excessive demand for private credit investments has reduced yields for investors.

AAP

Inflation to stay on hold in first data post rates hike

The first round of inflation data released after the Reserve Bank chose to lift interest rates will be handed down.

GOBankingRates

Stop Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates: The ‘New Normal’ of 6% Explained

GOBankingRates consulted with real estate professionals to dive into the "new normal" of 6% mortgage rates and why people shouldn't expect them to go down soon.

Barchart

Dollar Weakens as SCOTUS Rebuffs President Trump’s Tariffs

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell from a 4-week high on Friday and finished down by -0.13%. Weaker-than-expected US economic news knocked the dollar lower on Friday. US Q4 GDP, the Feb S&P manufacturing PMI, and the University of Michigan US Feb consumer sentiment index all were weaker than expected...

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Strong US Economic News Boosts the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 3.5-week high on Thursday and finished up by +0.19%. Stronger-than-expected US economic news on Thursday boosted the dollar, as weekly jobless claims fell to a 5-week low, and the Feb Philadelphia business outlook survey unexpectedly rose to a 5-month high. The dollar...

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Dollar Supported by US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) climbed to a 3.5-week high today and is up by +0.20%. Stronger-than-expected US economic news is boosting the dollar, as weekly jobless claims fell to a 5-week low, and the Feb Philadelphia business outlook survey unexpectedly rose to a 5-month high. The dollar also has...

The Guardian - AU

As real wage growth falls again, Australian workers must feel the economy is rigged against them

The RBA never misses a chance to blame wages for rising prices but data shows profit-driven inflation is back

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