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Planning to invest over Rs 10 lakh in fixed deposits? Here are 4 benefits of splitting your money across multiple FDs

Investors face a choice between single and multiple fixed deposits for large sums. Splitting deposits offers better liquidity and increased insurance coverage. FD laddering allows reinvestment at prevailing interest rates for potential gains. Managing multiple FDs requires more effort and careful tracking of renewals.

The Economic Times

UK house prices up just 0.1% in July as buyers remain cautious on interest rates

Price of average home now £277,542, up from £277,484 the previous month but lower than in May, says Nationwide

The Guardian - UK

Gold on track to end four-month slump as investors weigh Fed signals

Gold prices are poised for their first monthly gain in five months. Investors are assessing the impact of the U.S.-Iran conflict on global markets. The Federal Reserve's signals are being parsed for clues on inflation and interest rates. Global gold demand remained steady year-on-year as central banks increased purchases. Other…

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Yen weakens after intervention-led surge ahead of BOJ policy decision

The Japanese yen faced renewed pressure after Tokyo intervened in currency markets. The dollar gained as traders questioned the US Federal Reserve's inflation stance. Japan conducted yen-buying intervention, pulling the currency from four-decade lows. The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady at one percent. Analysts anticipate…

The Economic Times

Dollar Sinks as the Yen Soars on Suspected Japanese Intervention

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 6-week low on Thursday and finished down by -0.99%. The dollar retreated on Thursday’s US economic news that showed Q2 GDP growing less than expected and the Jun core PCE prices index easing as expected, dovish factors for Fed policy. The dollar...

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What are the Prospects for Lumber Prices?

The physical lumber futures price has been in a bullish trend in 2026, reaching a new 2026 peak in July. WY and the WOOD and CUT ETFs have not yet followed lumber futures.

Barchart

All eyes on next Fed meeting

Markets are shifting attention to the September meeting of the Federal Reserve after the US central bank left its interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, with analysts predicting another cut is possible this year.

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The Bond Market Is Unhappy With the Federal Reserve's Unwillingness To Fight Inflation

The 30-year U.S. Treasury bond just hit its highest yield level since 2007.

Reason

Why the Bank of England kept interest rates the same and what could happen next

Despite the central bank's primary tool for combating inflation being interest rate hikes, the committee chose to maintain the current level

The Independent UK

Why have interest rates stayed the same and what could happen next?

The Bank of England decided to keep rates unchanged at 3.75%, the fifth meeting in a row where rates have been held at this level.

Evening Standard

Interest rates held at 3.75% but Bank prepared to raise them if Iran war goes on

The Bank of England indicated that interest rates could be hiked in response to further re-escalation of the US-Israel’s conflict with Iran.

Evening Standard

Dollar Pressured as Yen Soars on Expected Japanese Intervention

The dollar index (DXY00 ) dropped to a 6-week low today and is down by -0.91%. The dollar is moving lower today on today's US economic news that showed Q2 GDP growing less than expected and the Jun core PCE prices index easing as expected, dovish factors for Fed policy....

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US economy expands 1.5% in Q2, misses forecasts despite spending rebound

The US economy expanded at a slower 1.5% pace in the second quarter. Strong consumer spending and AI infrastructure investment supported overall economic activity. Imports surged, significantly weighing down the gross domestic product growth. Inflation showed signs of easing but remained above the Federal Reserve's target. The Federal Reserve kept…

The Economic Times

US economy grows sluggish 1.5% in second quarter as inflation tops Fed target

Consumer spending remained resilient even as policymakers kept interest rates on hold

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The Economic Times

UK bond yields and sterling dip after BoE holds rates steady

In a move consistent with expectations, the Bank of England has kept interest rates steady at 3.75 percent. They noted domestic conditions are helping to alleviate inflationary pressures. Following this update, there were minor decreases in UK bond yields and the pound. Inflation is anticipated to climb to 3.2 percent…

The Guardian - UK

Only the Middle East crisis is preventing a drop in UK interest rates

Bank’s wariness about inflationary pressures from the conflict lie behind decision to hold steady at 3.75%

Euronews

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% despite inflation risks

Although UK inflation fell in June, the Bank of England held interest rates steady as renewed conflict in the Middle East and volatile energy prices clouded the outlook.

Evening Standard

Bank holds interest rates as energy and memory chips set to lift inflation

A majority of the central bank’s nine-strong Monetary Policy Committee voted in favour of keeping interest rates at 3.75%.

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The Independent UK

Bank of England holds interest rates – but raise this year ‘not off the table’

The rate has remained at 3.75 per cent since December 2025 – but a hike is now expected this year

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation fears mount

Split vote comes as Iran war is rekindled and oil price climbs close to $90 a barrel

International Business Times

The Federal Reserve Just Changed How It Talks About The Economy. Here's What's Different Under Kevin Warsh

While the central bank once again left interest rates unchanged, the statement revealed several notable changes that reflect Warsh's effort to simplify how the Fed communicates with financial markets.

Benzinga

Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Gain as Fed's Preferred Gauge Core PCE Inflation Eases to 0.1% Monthly—Meta, Microsoft, Apple in Focus (UPDATED)

(Editor’s note: The headline and ETFs and economic data were updated.)

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: JP Morgan brings forward Fed rate hike call to December after July policy meeting

J.P. Morgan has brought forward its forecast for the next US Federal Reserve rate hike to December 2026 after the Fed held interest rates steady in July. The brokerage cited persistent inflation risks, while market expectations and analyst views remain divided over the policy outlook.

The Guardian - UK

US borrowing costs hit 19-year high as Fed holds interest rates

Bank’s chair pledges to keep up fight against inflation but decision brings fears of a failure to keep pace

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England holds interest rates despite Iran war inflation threat - as it happened

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as three members of monetary policy committee vote to raise rates

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