The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Tell us how you’re going to pay for defence spending, Badenoch urges chancellor ahead of Budget

Conservative leader accuses Labour of seeking to kick tough decisions on spending into long grass

The Independent UK · Oct 20

Badenoch takes aim at Healey over public finances ahead of Budget

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said Labour was seeking to kick tough decisions on spending into the long grass.

Evening Standard · Oct 20

Nasdaq Futures Slip as AI Stocks Resume Slide, Oil Jumps; SpaceX Earnings on Tap

December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ26) are down -0.55% this morning as chipmakers and other AI-related stocks came under renewed selling pressure.

Barchart · Oct 20

Gold slips as investors weigh Fed rate outlook

Gold slipped in early Asian trade on Tuesday as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve policy decision next week for signals on interest rates and the broader outlook for monetary policy.

The Economic Times · Oct 20

US Mortgage Rates Near 7%: 8 Ways Homebuyers Can Secure a Cheaper Deal

With US 30-year mortgage rates at 7.40%, discover eight ways to manage borrowing costs, from comparing lenders and improving credit to points, concessions, and alternative loans.

International Business Times UK · Oct 19

AI stocks rebound as CoreWeave jumps on Goldman Sachs upgrade

AI stocks rebound after last week’s sharp selloff, with semiconductor stocks leading the recovery. CoreWeave gains after Goldman Sachs upgrades the stock to buy, while Intel, Nvidia, AMD and Broadcom also rise. Investors now turn to upcoming technology earnings for clues on AI spending, valuations, debt and interest rates.

The Economic Times · Oct 19

India bonds give up day's gains as oil price spike adds to rate hike fears

Indian government bonds ended lower as inflation concerns increased due to rising crude oil prices. The benchmark 10-year bond yield has been rising for nine consecutive weeks, causing worries about further rate hikes. Economists predict consumer inflation might exceed the upper tolerance band of the Reserve Bank of India. Additionally,…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Fed Chair Refuses To Signal Another Rate Hike. Markets Are Betting On An October Pause.

The Federal Reserve raised borrowing costs in September for the first time since 2023. More recent data showed inflation is picking up as a result of increased energy prices.

International Business Times · Oct 19

Consumer confidence slumps to lowest point in more than three years

October saw a sharp deterioration in confidence, with 57% of households expecting a shift to higher interest rates, according to S&P Global figures.

Evening Standard · Oct 19

India corporate bond boom may scale record in 2026 as borrowers lock in rates

In anticipation of rising interest rates, Indian companies are poised to dramatically escalate their debt issuance activities. Many borrowers are keen to seize the moment in a supportive market environment. Leading this surge are top-rated public sector organizations and large enterprises. Financial experts highlight the need for urgent resolution of…

The Economic Times · Oct 19