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10 Money Moves That Were Smart in 2005 But Not Anymore

Back in 2005, some financial decisions made perfect sense. The economy was different, technology was emerging, and the real estate market hadn’t yet collapsed under the weight of the housing bubble. Smartphones were barely a thing, crypto didn’t exist, and interest rates looked nothing like they do now.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jul 27, 2025

US Fed Poised To Hold Off On Rate Cuts, Defying Trump Pressure

The US central bank is widely expected to hold off slashing interest rates again at its upcoming meeting, as officials gather under the cloud of an intensifying pressure campaign by President Donald Trump.

International Business Times · Jul 27, 2025

What CEOs Say About President Trump and Fed Chair Powell

Top opinion-shapers and decision-makers are expressing mixed views on the evolving conflict between the White House and the central bank.

Kiplinger · Jul 26, 2025

Trump Says Not 'Necessary' To Fire Jerome Powell — But Presses Fed Chair On Rate Cuts And $2.5 Billion Renovation: 'I'd Love Him To Lower Interest Rates'

In a rare Presidential visit to the Federal Reserve headquarters, President Donald Trump publicly pressed Fed Chair Jerome Powell to deliver sharp interest rate cuts while criticizing the central bank's $2.5 billion renovation project.

Benzinga · Jul 25, 2025

Trump tussles with Jerome Powell on rare visit to Federal Reserve

Fed chair pushes back on Trump criticism of renovation costs as president presses central bank to cut interest rates

The Guardian - US · Jul 24, 2025

How Trump could use a building renovation to oust Fed Chair Powell

President Donald Trump says he's found a way to achieve his goal of removing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, accusing him of mismanaging the U.S. central bank’s $2.5 billion renovation project

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025

July Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The July Fed meeting came and went, with Fed Chair Powell saying little about a September rate cut and President Trump.

Kiplinger · Jul 24, 2025

Will U.S. Government Bonds Rally?

U.S. long-term interest rates remain elevated in July 2025, with the long bond futures in a two-year consolidation range that is closer to technical support than resistance. When the long bond futures eventually break higher or lower, the move will impact markets across all asset classes.

Barchart · Jul 24, 2025

5 Ways To Reduce Home Costs If You’re Stuck With a High Mortgage Interest Rate

Here are some of the best strategies Americans can use to cut costs if they’re facing high mortgage interest rates.

GOBankingRates · Jul 24, 2025

Trump Doesn't Need To Fire Jerome Powell. He Needs To End America's Spending Addiction.

The executive branch wants to use the Federal Reserve as a tool to accommodate the government's frenzy of reckless borrowing.

Reason · Jul 24, 2025