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Strong US Economic Reports Support the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.64% to a 3-week high. The dollar rallied as Thursday’s US economic reports were hawkish for Fed policy. US Q2 GDP expanded more than expected, weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fell to a 2-month low, and August core (ex-defense and aircraft) capital...

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Is It Time to Make Your Money Boring Again?

For the past few years, personal finance has felt like a rollercoaster. Meme stocks, cryptocurrency, and sky-high interest rates have dominated headlines. Many people jumped...

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The 1970s inflation crisis shaped modern central bank independence. Now it’s under populist threat – podcast

For months, Donald Trump has badgered the US Federal Reserve and its chair, Jerome Powell, to lower interest rates. When the governors of the Fed did so by 0.25 percentage points in mid-September to a target of between 4% and 4.25%, it wasn’t big or fast enough for Trump.

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Dollar Rallies on Strong US Economic Reports

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.43% at a 3-week high. The dollar is climbing as today’s US economic reports were hawkish for Fed policy. US Q2 GDP expanded more than expected, weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fell to a 2-month low, and August core (ex-defense and aircraft)...

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The next big financial crisis may be brewing. Warning signs are already there

The longer the period between crises, the greater the complacency. That complacency is pushing share prices ever-higher, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott

The Guardian - UK

Ford Extends Cheap Loans To Subprime Buyers On F-150 Pickup Even As Recalls, Job Cuts Cloud Its Outlook: Report

Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:F) is reportedly offering low interest rates to customers with weak credit ratings on the F-150 Pickup truck through September.

Benzinga

Asia Markets Waver After Wall St Retreats From Record

Equities wavered Wednesday following a down day on Wall Street, where worries about high valuations were compounded by mixed messaging from the Federal Reserve on its plans for interest rates.

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Options Corner: Roll The Dice On A Potential Sentiment Reversal For Caesars Entertainment

It's no surprise that casino giant Caesars Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:CZR) has been a serious laggard this year. Since the beginning of January, CZR stock has shed more than 21% of market value. Along with specific financial concerns — such as lower-than-expected free cash flow due to high capital expenditures —…

Benzinga

Is Consolidation in the Dollar Index Bullish or Bearish?

The dollar index remains not far above the 2025 low. As U.S. interest rates are moving lower, the U.S. currency may challenge critical technical support levels before the end of this year.

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Powell Warns Of Inflation Risks If US Fed Cuts Rates 'Too Aggressively'

US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell warned Tuesday that slashing interest rates too quickly could allow inflation to remain elevated, but stressed that the central bank faces dual challenges moving forward.

International Business Times

Bank's big rate call after 'ugly' inflation print

A big four bank has pushed back its forecast for the next Reserve Bank rate cut after Australia's headline inflation rate jumped in August.

AAP

Dollar Weaker and Gold Posts a Record High on Dovish Fed

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down -0.02%. The dollar gave up modest gains today and is slightly lower following dovish comments from Fed Governor Michelle Bowman, who stated that policymakers are in danger of falling behind the curve and need to act decisively to lower interest rates as...

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3 Stocks You Want to Keep in Case Oil Rallies

As interest rates get cut, new business activity could boost oil demand moving forward, where these three stocks could deliver outsized returns for investors.

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Dollar Falls and Gold Surges to a Record High on Easier Fed Policy

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today fell from a 1-week high on Monday and finished down by -0.31%. The dollar is under pressure on the outlook for easier Fed policy, with the FOMC expected to cut interest rates by another 50 bp this year. The dollar found support Monday on...

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New US Fed Governor Says Rates Should Be Around 'Mid-2%'

The US Fed governor newly appointed by President Donald Trump argued Monday for significantly lower interest rates, signaling that concerns over inflation may be overblown.

The Guardian - US

Trump’s Fed pick doubles down on calls to aggressively cut interest rates

Stephen Miran says rates should be below 3% by end of year and dismisses fears of US president’s tariffs stoking inflation

Benzinga

'I Didn't Know Any Better to Ask Questions Because How Could I?' Graduate Breaks Down After Learning Student Loans Carry Credit-Card-Level Interest

A viral TikTok video exposing high student loan interest rates has sparked nationwide outrage over lending practices where teenagers feel trapped in debt they cannot understand or escape.

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Dollar Slips and Gold Posts a Record High on Fed Rate-Cut Prospects

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today fell from a 1-week high and is down by -0.12%. The dollar is under pressure on the outlook for easier Fed policy, with the FOMC expected to cut interest rates by another 50 bp this year. The dollar found support today on hawkish comments...

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Consumer Tech News (Sep. 15 – Sep. 19): Fed Rate Cut Lifts Wall Street To Records As Meta Unveils Smart Glasses, Nvidia-Intel Forge Chip Pact

U.S. stocks surged to fresh record highs after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time in nine months and hinted at more easing ahead.

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Don’t Refinance Until You Read This Mortgage Pro’s Advice

For the homeowner who has been waiting for interest rates to come down before refinancing, it can feel like a frustrating time. If you can't -- or don't want to -- wait, tapping your home equity may...

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5 States Expected To Benefit Most from Lower Mortgage Rates by 2026

Reduced interest rates would give homebuyers an advantage, here are five states that would be more affordable.

The Guardian - US

Why Trump’s attacks on the Fed’s independence are so dangerous

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates this week. But the aggressive action Trump seeks could dramatically backfire

Benzinga

A Record 22.4% Of New-Car Buyers Now Opt For 7-Year Auto Loans To Manage Monthly Payments

Car prices aren't going down, and neither are interest rates. To afford a new car, many buyers are signing up for longer loans to make monthly payments feel more manageable.

MarketBeat

Berkshire-Backed Lennar Slides After Weak Q3 Earnings

Buffett's latest bet just reported earnings after a 20% rally. With its bottom line cratering, interest rates will be key to determining Lennar's next move.

MarketBeat

MarketBeat Week in Review – 09/15 - 09/19

Stocks moved to new all-time highs after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates as expected, but volatility could ramp up before the next earnings season

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