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What the Latest Fed Rate Cut Means for Mortgage Interest Rates
When the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point in September, it wasn't a particularly surprising move. At that point, the Fed was expected to make its first rate cut of the year in response to cooling inflation.
Fed cuts interest rates a second time but economists say 2025 outlook uncertain
Many economists still expect another quarter-point cut ahead in December. But expect more debate on the Fed's path in 2025.
Fed Cuts Rates Again
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point, the second reduction this year. A combination of strong data and Donald Trump’s return to the White House muddles the outlook on what comes next.
The Fed Just Cut Interest Rates Again. Should You Sign a Mortgage ASAP?
While rate cuts from the Fed should gradually lead to lower mortgage rates, we haven't gotten there yet. There's no reason to rush into a mortgage given there's little financial upside right now. There's a reason the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark ...
The Fed Just Cut Rates Again, but Mortgage Rates Keep On Rising
Earlier on Thursday, mortgage rates rose again for the sixth consecutive week, hitting a four-month high of 6.79%, according to Freddie Mac. The Fed's latest rate cut, which was universally expected and thus fully priced in to bond markets, is unlikely to bring relief to mortgage rates in the near term.
Mortgage Rate Predictions: The Aftermath of a Fed Rate Cut and the Election
The Federal Reserve delivered a 0.25% interest rate cut last week. But prospective homebuyers wishing for lower mortgage rates are likely to be disappointed. While the central bank influences home loan rates,
The Fed will need to tread a cautious path in cutting rates in 2025, says one strategist
U.S. stock futures were inching higher on Wednesday morning after the latest consumer-price index report matched expectations. "A hotter-than-expected inflation number could h
Should the Fed have waited to cut rates?
Breitbart's John Carney discusses the state of the economy heading into 2025 on 'Kudlow.'
What the Fed Rate Cuts Mean for Your Bills
The Fed’s benchmark federal funds rate influences the cost of borrowing for individuals and businesses. In theory, with the two cuts already in place and Wall Street assigning a
Fed's Barkin likes where interest rates are now
Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin thinks the Fed's benchmark rate, now in a range of 4.5%-4.75%, is better positioned to move in either direction depending on how the economy evolves. In his talk, ...
Fed's Kashkari, once a bitcoin skeptic, now says he'll 'have an open mind' - report
After years of skepticism, Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari has shifted his stance on bitcoin (BTC-USD), ...
The Fed’s Next Moves Are Now Anyone’s Guess
Good economic data, and the coming Trump presidency, have thrown everything into doubt.
US monetary policy still restrictive, two Fed officials say
The Federal Reserve's policy rate continues to act as a brake on the resilient labor market and on inflation that is still ...
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Fed's Kashkari Warns Of December Interest Rate Pause Risk: 'Surprises To The Upside'
The Fed official stressed that if inflation “surprises to the upside” between now and December, it might prompt the Fed ...
King Charles fed up with 'fragile' Prince Andrew as disgraced duke scrambles to save $38M home: experts
Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, reportedly raised the money he needed to continue staying at Royal Lodge after King Charles ...
Wall Street ends mixed while inflation data keeps Fed rate-cut hopes intact
The Dow and the S&P 500 ended slightly higher on Wednesday while the Nasdaq lost ground after October data showed consumer ...
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US inflation ticks up to 2.6% – What’s the Federal Reserve to do now?
Inflation in the United States just hit 2.6% in October, giving the Federal Reserve plenty to chew on before its next – and ...