The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Interest rates – live: Bank of England holds rate amid oil and inflation concerns

Rate remains at 4.25 per cent as experts look to balance higher inflation with economic growth

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025

US Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged as it awaits the impacts of Trump's global tariffs

Trump has slammed the US Federal Reserve Board chief Jerome Powell, calling him “stupid”, as the federal agency holds off on interest rate changes as it anticipates economic decline in the wake of the US president’s global tariff policies.

Euronews · Jun 18, 2025

US Fed leaves interest rates unchanged amid economic uncertainty

The US central bank held rates steady despite backlash from President Donald Trump.

Al Jazeera · Jun 18, 2025

UK Inflation Dips Less Than Expected In May

British inflation eased less than expected in May after surging in April, official data showed Wednesday, fuelling expectations that the Bank of England will hold interest rates steady this week.

International Business Times · Jun 18, 2025

Supermarket prices on the march again as food inflation hits 4.4%

Headline rate of inflation dipped slightly after “awful April” spike

Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025

US Fed Set To Hold Rates Steady As It Guards Against Inflation

The US central bank is expected to hold interest rates steady Wednesday after its key policy meeting, as officials gauge the impact of tariffs on inflation -- and despite President Donald Trump's calls for rate cuts.

International Business Times · Jun 18, 2025

Fed meets as policymakers are expected to assert their independence amid Trump’s pressure

After a turbulent spring, investors will be watching this latest Fed meeting to see if Chair Jerome Powell will offer any hints about whether the worst has passed or is yet to come.

Fortune · Jun 17, 2025

Bank Of Japan Holds Rates, Says To Slow Bond Purchase Taper

The Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged Tuesday and said it would taper its purchase of government bonds at a slower pace amid concerns about the effect of trade uncertainty on the world's number four economy.

International Business Times · Jun 17, 2025

Yen Slides Ahead Of Bank Of Japan Policy Decision

The yen fell against the dollar ahead of a Bank of Japan decision Tuesday, with officials expected to hold interest rates steady but tweak their bond purchase policy.

International Business Times · Jun 17, 2025

How the Federal Reserve Affects Mortgage Rates — and What It Means for Homebuyers in 2026

Learn how interest rate changes affect your mortgage payments and what buyers should watch for this year.

Kiplinger · Jun 16, 2025