Fed, interest rates

The Fed didn’t budge on rates. Here’s why that matters for your bank accounts
Most people pay little attention to the Federal Reserve and monetary policy. But they have an outsized impact on your bank accounts.
Fed’s Bowman Wants More Inflation Progress Before Cutting Rates
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said she wants to see additional progress on inflation before the central bank lowers interest rates further, and questioned how restrictive policy might be given the economy’s strength.
Fed meeting recap: Powell says central bank is in no hurry to cut rates again
Central bank policymakers are widely expected to stand pat on interest rates. Investors await further details from Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference.
Argentina central bank cuts interest rate to 29%, from 32%
Argentina's central bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 300 basis points to settle at 29%, it announced in a statement on Thursday, as inflation continues its downward path in South America's No.
How the Fed's Pause on Rate Cuts Could Affect Mortgage Rates
Policy changes: When the Fed adjusts the federal funds rate, it spills over into many aspects of the economy, including mortgage rates. The federal funds rate affects how much it costs banks to borrow money, which in turn affects what banks charge consumers to make a profit.
Central bank decisions — as they happened: Powell says no rush to adjust Fed policy stance; Canada cuts rates for sixth consecutive meeting
The Federal Reserve will almost certainly begin 2025 by keeping interest rates on hold at between 4.25 to 4.5 per cent.
Colombia central bank seen slowing rate cuts in first meeting of the year
Board members of Colombia's central bank are expected to opt for a smaller rate cut when they meet on Friday on uncertainty around inflation, the nation's fiscal situation and policy moves by the U.S.
The Fed sent stocks spiraling after its last meeting, and now the central bank left interest rates untouched
The Fed signaled as much at its last meeting in December, when the central bank delivered an interest cut, but hinted that it would take its foot off the gas. Stocks tumbled on th
Central banks live: Macklem says ‘no doubt’ the threat of tariffs ‘weighed’ on rate cut decision
Macklem said "there's no doubt" that the threat of tariffs "weighed" on the Canadian central bank’s decision to lower rates for a sixth consecutive time.
Fed hits pause on interest rate cuts
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday hit pause on interest rate cuts in its first key decision of President Donald Trump’s second term.
European Central Bank warns of weak economy after delivering quarter-point rate cut
The European Central Bank is widely expected to cut interest rates for the fifth time since it began easing monetary policy.
The markets: Central bank rate decisions, tech earnings, and key economic data
Global markets will focus on central bank rate decisions and earnings from US tech giants, alongside major European corporate ...
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How Negative Interest Rates Work
As strange as it may seem, there are times when central banks run out of policy options to stimulate their nations' economies and turn to the desperate measure of negative interest rates.
Top Bank of Canada officials speak after latest interest rate cut
Below are some key quotes from a news conference by Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem and Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn ...
ECB Cuts Rates With Economy at a Standstill
The central bank cut rates by a quarter point, as it rushes to brace a stagnant economy against President Trump’s threatened ...