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Bank of England says inflation likely to have peaked amid split over interest rate rise to 4% – as it happened

UK central bank predicts much shallower recession than feared, but says Brexit hit has arrived sooner than thought

The Guardian - UK

Weaker economy, higher inflation: Bank of England’s dilemma

Differing experts have urged the Monetary Policy Committee to both cut interest rates and to raise them

The Guardian - UK

Why the Fed raised interest rates by the smallest amount since it began its epic inflation fight

The Federal Reserve’s policy-setting committee lifted interest rates on Feb. 1, 2023, by a quarter of a percentage point to a range of 4.5% to 4.75%. The increase, the smallest since the Fed began an aggressive campaign of rate hikes in March 2022, came amid signs the fastest pace of…

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Interest rates - live: Bank of England hikes base rate for 10th time in row

Central bank confirms rise of 0.5%, bring base rate to 4%

The Independent UK

ASX climbs on smaller US rate rise, RBA to ditch royals from $5 note, Adani dumps share sale — as it happened

Australian and US shares gain as the Federal Reserve opts for a smaller interest rate rise as inflation in North America cools.

ABC News

What the Fed’s latest interest rate hike means for homebuyers

The Federal Reserve doesn’t set interest rates on lending products, but it can influence them. Here’s why that matters for homebuyers.

Fortune

The Fed raises interest rates by only a quarter-point after inflation drops

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter-percentage point as part of its ongoing effort to fight inflation. Price hikes have begun to ease, but the Fed says inflation is not yet tamed.

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Interest rates set to rise again as Bank of England braces for ‘shallow’ recession

Decision on Thursday would be the 10th time in a row that policymakers have opted for an increase

The Independent UK

Eight money changes to look out for in February - from a new Universal Credit rule to energy price cap

This list will help you keep on top of any changes that could affect your finances this month, including interest rate and Ofgem price cap announcements

Chronicle Live

The risk of Australia entering recession has just risen

From a drop in retail sales to falling house prices, there are signs pointing towards a recession in Australia. How will the Reserve Bank respond?

ABC News

Reserve Bank expecting up to 800,000 fixed home loan contracts will end this year

As charities report increases in workers needing support amid rising living costs, the Reserve Bank is forecasting household pressures will increase as fixed-term home loans end.

ABC News

A JPMorgan strategist just said that markets are in big trouble if the economy doesn't fall into a recession

Without a recession in 2023, the Fed may be forced to hike interest rates later in the year, JPMorgan's Mike Bell says.

Fortune

GM reports nearly $10 billion in profit in 2022 despite headwinds

General Motors Co. booked $9.9 billion in net income last year, down from 2021's $10 billion despite chronic supply chain woes, rising interest rates and a slowing economy.

Tribune News Service

UK demand for mortgages slumps as interest rates deter buyers

Bank of England figures also reveal many households are dipping into savings, rather than using credit cards

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Property prices sink ‘quite rapidly’ as market awaits interest rates peak

Australian property prices have declined again in January, but the pace of the downturn has continued to ease ahead of a rate peak.

Nottingham Post

Eight key money changes in February - Universal Credit, passports, interest rates and more

Here are some of the key dates and changes next month including from the DWP - and how they could affect you

Birmingham Post

Harworth Group CEO hails year of resilience - but warns of challenges ahead

'Uncertainty is likely to remain in our markets until interest rates reach their peak', says CEO Lynda Shillaw

The Independent UK

Asian shares fall in muted trading ahead of Fed meeting

Asian shares are mostly lower in muted trading as investors await decisions on interest rates and on earnings reports from around the world

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IMF Upgrades Outlook for the Global Economy in 2023

The outlook for the global economy is growing slightly brighter as China eases its zero-COVID policies and the world shows surprising resilience in the face of high inflation, elevated interest rates and Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. That's the view of the International Monetary Fund, which now expects the world…

The Independent UK

IMF upgrades its outlook for the global economy in 2023

The Guardian - UK

Britain the only G7 economy forecast to shrink in 2023

IMF says UK economy is likely to contract 0.6% as rising interest rates and higher taxes take toll

Bangkok Post

Fed set to slow down rate rises this year

The US Federal Reserve is likely to lift interest rates by just 0.75% this year amid improving economic figures, benefiting Asian stock markets as well as high-risk assets, investment company Principal Asset Management said yesterday.

Bangkok Post

How not to fight global inflation

Despite favourable indices, it is too soon to tell whether inflation has been tamed. Nonetheless, two clear lessons have emerged from the recent price surge.

The Conversation

US is spending record amounts servicing its national debt – interest rate hikes add billions to the cost

Consumers and businesses aren’t the only ones feeling the pain of higher borrowing costs because of Federal Reserve rate hikes. Uncle Sam is too.

The Independent UK

Bank of England expected to raise interest rates for 10th time running

Decision would pile more pressure on already-strained borrowers

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