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No Rate Cuts Expected From US Fed Facing 'Unfavorable' Conditions

The US Federal Reserve faces a tough choice Wednesday as it contends with President Donald Trump's tariff rollout: Prioritize tackling inflation by holding interest rates high, do nothing, or stimulate growth and employment by cutting them?

International Business Times

Investors worry about Fed independence as stocks rise in China and Japan

Wall Street is almost certain that the Fed will keep interest rates steady in the 4.25-4.50% range, but analysts expect that Trump will ratchet up his attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering rates.

Fortune

Powell won’t cut interest rates on Wednesday, Wharton’s Jeremy Siegel says. He suspects attacks on the Fed chair will escalate

“Powell is not going to do anything,” Siegel said in an interview. “Trump, I think, is going to step up the escalation,” he said later.

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Bank of England poised to cut rates as fears grow over impact of Trump tariffs

Markets suggest quarter-point reduction to 4.25% is almost certain but some economists say Bank must go further

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England set to cut interest rates as US tariff impact in focus

Most economists are expecting rates to be reduced by 0.25 percentage points on Thursday.

Evening Standard

MarketBeat Week in Review – 04/28 - 05/02

Strong earnings and a strong jobs report extended the relief rally, but don't make a case for lower interest rates as investors still wait for trade deals

MarketBeat

Best savings accounts for your money in May 2025 before interest rates are cut

The Bank of England will continue bringing rates down this month so make sure you are earning on your money

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Weary retail recovery has rate cut almost in the bag

All the smoke signals point to an interest rate cut as Australian retail spending continues to grow amid cooling consumer and producer inflation.

AAP

Tokyo Stocks Rise As BoJ Holds Rates Steady

Japanese stocks rose Thursday as the central bank kept its key interest rates steady as expected, in thin trade with most Asian markets shut for the May 1 holiday.

International Business Times

Trump Doesn't Need the Fed To Fix Housing

Former Rep. Ron Paul argues that slashing red tape will do more to bring down home prices than pressuring the central bank to cut interest rates.

Reason

May Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The May Fed meeting came and went with little fanfare as Fed Chair Powell & Co. stuck to their data-dependent script toward interest rates amid tariff uncertainty.

Kiplinger

Trump slams Powell again, claiming he knows ‘much more than he does about interest rates’

“I have a Fed person who is not really doing a good job,” the president said at a rally.

Fortune

House prices fell in April - here’s why, and what might happen next in the property market

Interest rates will likely be cut next month in a boost to mortgage payers

The Independent UK

How Does the 10-Year Treasury Yield Affect Mortgage Rates?

Where the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.

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Inflation is easing, boosting the case for another interest rate cut in May

Australia’s headline inflation rate held steady at a four-year low of 2.4% in the March quarter, according to official data, adding to the case for a cut in interest rates at the next Reserve Bank board meeting in May.

Reason

Trump Wants Lower Interest Rates. The Market Disagrees.

Even if the Fed tried to cut rates, inflation, investor reluctance, and a $25 trillion borrowing spree could keep them elevated for years.

The Independent UK

Mortgage rates estimates: How much will my repayments go up or down in 2025?

Interest rates remain in flux in the UK but are likely to change this year - here’s how it might affect your pocket

Fortune

A Trump-induced interest rate cut won’t actually lower mortgage rates

“The president putting this pressure on the Fed would not actually achieve his goal, if his goal is lower mortgage rates,” said Chen Zhao, Redfin economics head.

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How to Make Changing Interest Rates Work for Your Retirement

Higher (or lower) rates can be painful in some ways and helpful in others. The key is being prepared to take advantage of the situation.

Barchart

Why are U.S. Bonds Weak?

The U.S. long bond futures have declined since April 7, even though the dollar index moved lower. U.S. tariffs on trading partners have caused market dislocations across all asset classes, keeping long-term interest rates elevated.

The Independent UK

BlackRock’s billions and signs of a fall in interest rates show it’s not all gloom for UK business

NEWS ANALYSIS: Awful April might just be closing with reason to face May and beyond with a more careful measure of optimism, as Karl Matchett reports

The Independent UK

Buying your first home in 2025? Here’s everything you need to know

You should be aware of extra costs beyond the deposit - and of what’s happening with interest rates

Barchart

Dollar Weakens as Tariff Concerns Persist

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Thursday fell by -0.49%. The dollar posted moderate losses Thursday because of concerns that the US-China trade war will drag on after China said there were no talks on reaching a trade deal with the US. Also, Treasury Secretary Bessent said President Trump hasn't offered...

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Capital One and Discover’s $35.3B Merger Approved — Here’s What It Means for Your Wallet

The Capital One Discover merger reshapes the credit card landscape and could impact your credit card rewards, interest rates and card perks.

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s an unstable bully – but it’s hard to defend the economic orthodoxies he is attacking

With Rachel Reeves in the US, some clarity is needed: the global economy has been mismanaged and the Federal Reserve does deserve criticism, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott

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