Stock-market rally built on hopes for more big Fed rate cuts faces crucial test
Stock-market investors got what they wanted when the Federal Reserve delivered an extra-large September rate cut — the risk now is that strong jobs data in the week ahead could be too much of a good thing.
The Fed’s Rate Cut: A ‘Soft Landing’ – Or ‘Fake News’?
The rate cut is about repairing the Fed’s damaged credibility. “Going big” with 50 basis points is a psychological gambit, to convey decisiveness and self-confidence.
Another big Fed interest rate cut coming? One economist says yes
Plus the week included a stop in Detroit by Lael Brainard, the director of the National Economic Council, who spoke to the Detroit Economic Club.
Could Fed Rate Cuts Make It Easier to Start a Business? 3 Reasons Why
After the Fed cut interest rates by half a percentage point, life might have gotten easier for new entrepreneurs. See why now's a good time to start a business.
Latest inflation data could boost case for more big Fed rate cuts
Slowing inflation in August buttressed arguments Federal Reserve officials used in defense of their decision to lower interest rates by half of a percentage point last week and prompted traders to bet the U.
Fed goes with half-point interest rate cut. What that means.
If the Fed cuts interest rates today, borrowers will likely see interest rates ease off their peaks on things like credit cards and auto loans.
Here's What I'm Doing With My Money Now That the Fed Is Cutting Interest Rates
Interest rate cuts are here. Read on to learn more about one financial writer's personal strategy and see whether it's right for you.
Prediction: The Fed's Massive Rate Cut Will Impact the Housing Market in These 3 Ways
The Fed just lowered interest rates, and more cuts are likely coming. Read on to see what that might do to the housing market.
Are You Nearing Retirement? Here's What the Fed's Rate Cuts Mean for Your Savings
Key Takeaways The recent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve has raised fresh financial questions for everyone from economists to would-be homebuyers. Add Americans nearing retirement to that list.
The Biggest Money Move You Should Make After Fed Rate Cuts
What if the best money move after Fed rate cuts is to do nothing? See why you and your personal finances might want to stick to the plan into 2025.
The Fed slashed interest rates last week, but Treasury yields are rising. What's going on?
Despite a 50 basis point rate reduction, Treasury yields have been moving higher, particularly at the long end of the curve.
Powell Speech and Jobs Data to Help Clarify Fed Rate Path
The appetite of Federal Reserve policymakers for another large interest-rate cut in November may come into better focus in ...
Richmond Fed president urges caution on interest rate cuts because inflation isn’t defeated
A Federal Reserve official says he supports reducing the central bank’s key interest rate somewhat from its current level.
Fed's Favored Inflation Gauge Shows Cooling Price Pressures, Clearing Way for More Rate Cuts
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure provided the latest sign that price pressures are easing, a trend that is ...
How closely do mortgage interest rates tend to follow the Fed's rate decisions?
The Federal Reserve slashed the federal funds rate last week for the first time in four years, boosting borrower hopes that ...
How the Fed's Rate Cuts Could Shave Millions in Stablecoin Issuer Income
Key Takeaways The Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut interest rates will lead to lower revenue for stablecoin issuers, ...
Traders bet on second straight 50 bps Fed rate cut in November
Traders added slightly to bets the Federal Reserve will deliver a second 50-basis-point interest rate cut in November after a ...