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Stocks Finish Mixed as Fed Keeps Interest Rates Steady

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed down -0.01%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.02%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.32%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) fell -0.01%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Gains as FOMC Holds Interest Rates Steady

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose by +0.29% on Wednesday, rebounding from Tuesday's nearly 4-year low. The weakness in the yen supported gains in the dollar on Wednesday after Treasury Secretary Bessent said the US "absolutely not" intervening in the currency market to support the yen. The dollar maintained its...

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Federal Reserve holds interest rates as Trump piles on pressure

Fed voted to pause cuts to interest rate, which currently sits between 3.5% and 3.75%, after slashing it three times in fall

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The Fed Is Likely To Keep Interest Rates Steady Despite Trump Pressure — What This Means for Your Loans

In spite of constant, threatening pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates, the Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady at this week’s policy meeting, as reported by CNBC. While Trump has expressed intense frustration, anger and even a criminal investigation into the Chair of the…

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The easy thing for the RBA to do next week is raise interest rates. The smart move is to wait

Oh no, inflation went up in one month – we need rates to do something! But first, let’s take a closer look at those figures

The Guardian - AU

Australian inflation jumps, adding to chances of an RBA interest rate hike

Inflation has risen further above the Reserve Bank of Australia’s 2–3% target. There is now a very real prospect the Reserve Bank will feel it needs to increase interest rates at its meeting next week, with an announcement due on Tuesday afternoon.

The Conversation

Why are U.S. Bonds and Interest Rates Stuck in Neutral in Early 2026?

The U.S. long bond futures and the TLT ETF have remained within their trading ranges since the October 2023 low. While short-term rates have declined, longer-term interest rates remain elevated in late January 2026.

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Rate hikes, affordability won't curb house prices

Property professionals are confident that housing prices will continue to grow in 2026, despite worries about higher interest rates and affordability.

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Fed expected to keep rates unchanged as Chair Powell pivots back to economics

After two weeks of intense political and legal scrutiny, the Federal Reserve will seek to make this week’s meeting about interest rates as straightforward and uneventful as possible, though President Donald Trump probably still won’t like the result

The Independent UK

January Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The January Fed meeting marked the first central bank gathering of 2026, with Fed Chair Powell & Co. voting to keep interest rates unchanged.

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Should You Buy These 5 Investments When Interest Rates Drop?

When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, it usually marks a turning point for investors.

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Is the supreme court ready to stand up to Trump over Federal Reserve attack?

Conservative majority appears eager to hand president greater power – with one exception: the US central bank

The Guardian - US

Bank policymaker says faster US interest rate cuts could fuel UK inflation

Megan Greene said the Bank may have to react to monetary policy decisions abroad if they have a knock-on impact on UK price rises.

Evening Standard

Savers urged to move fast before best interest rate accounts leave the market for good

One of the leading easy access savings accounts from Revolut left the market this week

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Calling Back to Jimmy Carter, Citigroup’s CEO Says Credit Card Rate Caps Would ‘Not Be Good’ for the U.S. Economy

CEO Fraser warned that the proposed cap on interest rates will restrict access to credit.

Axios

Trump wants lower interest rates, but the bond market won't cooperate

Longer-term borrowing rates are set on global markets, as savvy players make bets on the future of growth and inflation.

The Independent UK

The savings ‘ladder’ trend used by older savers - and what Gen Z wants instead

Keeping money earning above inflation remains key for savers

The Independent UK

Trump pushes for lower rates and ban on investor home purchases in bid to make homes more affordable

President Donald Trump’s plans for bringing homeownership within reach of more Americans involve pushing for lower interest rates on home loans and credit cards, and banning large institutional investors from buying single-family homes

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Healthy jobs market spells rate pain for borrowers

Upcoming inflation data will be make or break for a Reserve Bank rate hike decision following stronger than expected jobs figures, economists say.

The Guardian - UK

UK inflation rises for first time in five months to 3.4% in December

Bigger than forecast rise probably temporary but analysts rule out Bank of England interest rate cut in February

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I Asked ChatGPT What More Fed Rate Cuts Mean for the Economy — Here’s What It Said

ChatGPT explains how additional Fed rate cuts could affect inflation, borrowing costs, jobs and housing, and what the broader economic ripple effects may be.

The Independent UK

As Trump's deadline for a cap on credit card rates looms, banks have only questions and no answers

President Donald Trump has demanded a 10% cap on credit card interest rates by January 20

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5 Best Cities To Survive Inflation and High Interest Rates in 2026

If rising costs mean you’re looking to move somewhere more manageable, these five cities offer a combination of lower expenses, flexibility and stability.

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SoFi CEO Anthony Noto Says His Company Is Poised to Win if Trump Caps Credit Card Rates: Why Personal Loans Could Come Out on Top

President Trump has renewed calls to temporarily cap credit card interest rates at 10%, prompting waves of criticism on Wall Street. But SoFi CEO Anthony Noto is firmly in the president’s corner for one simple reason.

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The Week Ahead (Jan. 19-25): China’s Vice Premier to Attends Davos

The People’s Bank of China will lower re-lending and re-discount interest rates; Japan's TEPCO to partially restart world's biggest nuclear power plant

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