How steep Fed rate hikes affect your finances
2 years, 3 months ago

How steep Fed rate hikes affect your finances

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Mortgage rates have jumped, home sales have slumped and credit cards and auto loans have gotten pricier. Even before the Fed’s decision Wednesday, credit card borrowing rates have reached their highest level since 1996, according to Bankrate.com, and these will likely continue to rise. Rates on new auto loans are likely to go up by nearly as much as the Fed’s rate increase. Mortgage rates don’t always move perfectly in tandem with the Fed increase, instead tracking the expected yield on the 10-year Treasury note. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned last month that, “our responsibility to deliver price stability is unconditional” — a remark widely interpreted to mean the Fed will fight inflation with rate increases even if it leads to deep job losses or a recession.

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US Federal Reserve lowers interest rates, signals slower cuts for 2025
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6 days, 6 hours ago

US Federal Reserve lowers interest rates, signals slower cuts for 2025

India TV News  

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter for the third consecutive time. Future outlook: Moderate reductions expected by 2025 Another quarterly outlook indicated only two rate cuts in 2025, with officials predicting government rates to reach 3.75 per cent-4 per cent by the end of that year. Fed Governor Michelle Bowman warned that inflation would remain …

Feds drop interest rates by another quarter-point easing burden for borrowers
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6 days, 8 hours ago

Feds drop interest rates by another quarter-point easing burden for borrowers

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. This year's Fed rate reductions have marked a …

US Fed lowers benchmark rate to 4.25-4.50% for third straight meeting, eyes two cuts in 2025; 5 key highlights
6 days, 10 hours ago

US Fed lowers benchmark rate to 4.25-4.50% for third straight meeting, eyes two cuts in 2025; 5 key highlights

Live Mint  

The US Federal Reserve announced its eighth and final monetary policy decision for 2024 after a two-day Federal Open Market Committee meeting and slashed its benchmark interest rate by or a quarter of a percentage point to 4.25-4.50 per cent. US Fed chair Jerome Powell-led rate-setting panel cut the federal funds rate for the third straight meeting after kicking off …

US Federal Reserve lowers rates by a quarter point, signals two cuts for 2025
6 days, 11 hours ago

US Federal Reserve lowers rates by a quarter point, signals two cuts for 2025

Hindustan Times  

Federal Reserve officials lowered their benchmark interest rate for a third consecutive time, but reined in the number of cuts they expect in 2025, signaling greater caution over how quickly they can continue reducing borrowing costs. A majority of economists in a Bloomberg survey had expected the median rate estimate would point to three cuts next year. Bumpy Inflation Policymakers …

The Fed expects to cut rates more slowly in 2025. What that could mean for mortgages, debt and more
6 days, 11 hours ago

The Fed expects to cut rates more slowly in 2025. What that could mean for mortgages, debt and more

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Federal Reserve’s third interest rate cut of the year will likely have consequences for debt, savings, auto loans, mortgages and other forms of borrowing by consumers and businesses. “Because the upcoming Trump administration’s policies might cause a resurgence in inflation or otherwise throw the economy off balance, the Fed might choose to take a wait-and-see approach …

U.S. Federal Reserve is set to cut key rate but consumers might not feel much benefit anytime soon
6 days, 23 hours ago

U.S. Federal Reserve is set to cut key rate but consumers might not feel much benefit anytime soon

The Hindu  

Federal Reserve officials on Wednesday will likely signal a slower pace of interest rate cuts next year compared with the past few months, which would mean that Americans might enjoy only slight relief from still-high borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards. The central bank’s policymakers may signal that they expect to reduce their key rate just two …

Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year
1 week ago

Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday by a quarter-point — its third cut this year — but also signaled that it expects to reduce rates more slowly next year than it previously envisioned, mostly because of still-elevated inflation. “I think that a slower pace of cuts really reflects both the higher inflation readings we’ve had …

US Fed cuts interest rates but cautions for year ahead
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1 week ago

US Fed cuts interest rates but cautions for year ahead

Al Jazeera  

Slower progress on inflation translates into a slower pace of rate cuts, especially as economic growth is brisk. “Economic activity has continued to expand at a solid pace” with an unemployment rate that “remains low” and inflation that “remains somewhat elevated”, the central bank’s rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee said in its latest policy statement on Wednesday. That is half …

Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation pressures still elevated
1 week, 1 day ago

Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation pressures still elevated

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week’s Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed’s policymakers are likely to signal fewer interest rate cuts next year than were previously expected. Instead, inflation has become stuck at a higher level, yet the Fed after Wednesday’s meeting will likely have lowered its …

Federal Reserve officials signal cautious path for rate cuts amid still-high inflation
4 weeks ago

Federal Reserve officials signal cautious path for rate cuts amid still-high inflation

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — With inflation still elevated, Federal Reserve officials expressed caution at their last meeting about cutting interest rates too quickly, adding to uncertainty about their next moves. Even if inflation continued declining to the Fed’s 2% target, officials said, “it would likely be appropriate to move gradually” in lowering rates, according to minutes of the November 6-7 meeting. Yet …

Federal Reserve’s likely slowdown in rate cuts could disappoint borrowers
1 month ago

Federal Reserve’s likely slowdown in rate cuts could disappoint borrowers

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Just a few weeks ago, the path ahead for the Federal Reserve looked straightforward: With inflation cooling and the job market slowing, the Fed appeared on track to steadily cut interest rates. “The potential for growth to remain strong — that has to call into question whether they will feel either the need or ability to cut rates …

US Fed Chair Jerome Powell says no need to rush rate cuts amid strong economy
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1 month, 1 week ago

US Fed Chair Jerome Powell says no need to rush rate cuts amid strong economy

Live Mint  

The US Federal Reserve does not need to rush to cut interest rates due to the ongoing economic growth, a solid job market, and inflation that remains above its 2% target, said Fed Chair Jerome Powell. According to Powell, the Fed policymakers believe inflation is progressing toward a “sustainable path to 2%” that will enable the US central bank to …

US Fed rate cut: First inflation uptick in 7 months does little for Powell-led FOMC’s December plans; here’s why
1 month, 1 week ago

US Fed rate cut: First inflation uptick in 7 months does little for Powell-led FOMC’s December plans; here’s why

Live Mint  

The US Federal Reserve will likely stay on course towards delivering another interest rate cut in its December policy meeting even after the latest inflation print revealed that consumer prices rose for the first time in seven months. Wall Street analysts say that October's inflation data "will change little for the US Fed'' when the Federal Open Market Committee will …

US Fed cuts policy rate by quarter-point to 4.50-4.75% after Donald Trump’s poll victory; 5 key takeaways
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US Fed cuts policy rate by quarter-point to 4.50-4.75% after Donald Trump’s poll victory; 5 key takeaways

Live Mint  

The US Federal Reserve announced its seventh policy decision for 2024 after a two-day Federal Open Market Committee meeting and slashed its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 4.50-4.75 per cent. US Fed Policy November 2024: Here are 5 key highlights 1.US Fed slashes key rates by 25 bps after Trump's election results The US …

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point

The Hindu  

The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Thursday by a quarter-point in response to the steady decline in the once-high inflation that had angered Americans and helped drive Donald Trump’s presidential election victory this week. Why rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve matter to world markets In a statement after its latest meeting ended, the Fed said the …

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point after Trump's election win
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point after Trump's election win

Hindustan Times  

The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Thursday by a quarter-point in response to the steady decline in the once-high inflation that had angered Americans and helped drive Donald Trump’s presidential election victory this week. Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell The rate cut follows a larger half-point reduction in September, and it reflects the Fed’s renewed focus on …

US Federal Reserve cuts rate by 0.25% after first post-election meeting, notes easing inflation
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

US Federal Reserve cuts rate by 0.25% after first post-election meeting, notes easing inflation

Firstpost  

The interest rate in the US is now in the range of 4.5-4.75 per cent. The US Federal Reserve on Thursday cut the benchmark lending rates in the country by 0.25 per cent. Inflation has made progress toward the Committee’s 2 per cent objective but remains somewhat elevated,” the Federal Open Market Committee, which is responsible for changes to the …

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point amid postelection uncertainty
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point amid postelection uncertainty

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Thursday by a quarter-point in response to the steady decline in the once-high inflation that had angered Americans and helped drive Donald Trump’s presidential election victory this week. When its latest policy meeting ended Thursday, the Fed issued a statement noting that the “unemployment rate has moved up but remains …

US Federal Reserve is finally lowering rates: Here's what consumers need to know
3 months ago

US Federal Reserve is finally lowering rates: Here's what consumers need to know

Hindustan Times  

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate from its 23-year high, with consequences for debt, savings, auto loans, mortgages and other forms of borrowing by consumers and businesses. “Act cautiously and responsibly," Channel said, "and don’t make any rash decisions based on a single Fed meeting or economic report.” Eventually, yields for savers will decline as the Fed …

Fed announces big half-point interest rate cut, the first reduction since 2020
3 months, 1 week ago

Fed announces big half-point interest rate cut, the first reduction since 2020

LA Times  

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell appears on a monitor on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. “This recalibration of our policy stance will help maintain the strength of the economy and the labor market, and will continue to enable further progress on inflation,” Fed Chair Jerome H. Powell said at a news conference after the conclusion of …

Interest rates are set to drop, but it's unclear when consumers will feel the impact
3 months, 1 week ago

Interest rates are set to drop, but it's unclear when consumers will feel the impact

NPR  

Interest rates are set to drop, but it's unclear when consumers will feel the impact The Federal Reserve is gearing up to start cutting interest rates for the first time since 2020 — but a key decision looms: whether to start small or big. HORSLEY: Well, Juana, I can say with 100% certainty the central bank is going to cut …

Will the Federal Reserve cut interest rates fast enough to deliver a ‘soft landing’?
3 months, 1 week ago

Will the Federal Reserve cut interest rates fast enough to deliver a ‘soft landing’?

LA Times  

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell speaks during a news conference at the Fed in Washington in May. Typically, Fed rate cuts lead to lower borrowing costs for things such as mortgages, auto loans, credit cards and business loans. Fed Chair Jerome H. Powell emphasized in a speech last month in Jackson Hole, Wyo., that the Fed is prepared to …

How to prepare for the Fed’s forthcoming interest rate cuts
4 months ago

How to prepare for the Fed’s forthcoming interest rate cuts

LA Times  

The Federal Reserve is poised to cut its benchmark interest rate next month from its 23-year high, with consequences for consumers when it comes to debt, savings, auto loans and mortgages. “The time has come” to reduce interest rates, the head of the Federal Reserve, Jerome H. Powell, said Friday in his keynote speech at the Fed’s annual economic conference …

'The time has come' to lower interest rates: Fed Chair Jerome Powell
4 months ago

'The time has come' to lower interest rates: Fed Chair Jerome Powell

NPR  

'The time has come' to lower interest rates: Fed Chair Jerome Powell toggle caption Drew Angerer/Getty Images North America Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell says he's increasingly confident that inflation will soon be tamed, setting the stage for the central bank to start cutting interest rates next month. Speaking at one of the most closely-watched annual gatherings of global central …

Buckle up: Wall Street’s shaky July could be a preview for more sharp swings
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Buckle up: Wall Street’s shaky July could be a preview for more sharp swings

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — For more than a year, the U.S. stock market went in mostly one direction, up, and in mostly one manner, quietly. A bonanza around artificial-intelligence technology helped drive Big Tech stocks higher, while other areas of the market held up amid rising hopes for coming cuts to interest rates by the Federal Reserve. A measure of fear …

First interest rate cut in 4 years likely as the Federal Reserve meets
4 months, 3 weeks ago

First interest rate cut in 4 years likely as the Federal Reserve meets

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday set the stage for the central bank’s first rate cut in four years, citing greater progress toward lower inflation as well as a cooler job market that no longer threatens to overheat the economy. Instead, Powell said that, if inflation continues to fall, “a reduction in our policy rate could be …

Federal Reserve is edging closer to cutting rates. The question will soon be, how fast?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Federal Reserve is edging closer to cutting rates. The question will soon be, how fast?

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Two years after launching an aggressive fight against inflation and one year after leaving its benchmark interest rate at a near-quarter-century high, the Federal Reserve is expected to signal this week that it will likely reduce borrowing costs as soon as September. Any signal that the Fed will rapidly cut rates could boost the economy and potentially lift …

Federal Reserve minutes: Policymakers saw a longer path to rate cuts
7 months ago

Federal Reserve minutes: Policymakers saw a longer path to rate cuts

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — After several unexpectedly high inflation readings, Federal Reserve officials concluded at a meeting earlier this month that it would take longer than they previously thought for inflation to cool enough to justify reducing their key interest rate, now at a 23-year high. But at a news conference just after the meeting, Chair Jerome Powell said it was “unlikely” …

The Fed indicated rates will remain higher for longer. What does that mean for you?
7 months, 3 weeks ago

The Fed indicated rates will remain higher for longer. What does that mean for you?

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Mortgage rates, credit card rates, auto loan rates, and business loans with variable rates will all likely maintain their highs, with consequences for consumer spending, after the Federal Reserve indicated Wednesday that it doesn’t plan to cut interest rates until it has “greater confidence” that price increases at the consumer level are slowing to its 2% target. …

The Fed indicated rates will remain higher for longer. What does that mean for you?
7 months, 3 weeks ago

The Fed indicated rates will remain higher for longer. What does that mean for you?

The Independent  

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Fed officials vote to hold interest rates steady at 23-year-high - here's what it means for YOUR wallet
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Fed officials vote to hold interest rates steady at 23-year-high - here's what it means for YOUR wallet

Daily Mail  

It is the sixth consecutive time the Fed has kept rates at the same level Rates are currently between 5.25 and 5.5 percent - their highest in 23 years Federal Reserve votes to hold interest rates steady at their current range The Federal Reserve has voted to hold interest rates steady at their current 23-year-high, officials announced today. The Federal …

US Fed meet: Jerome Powell likely to signal a rate cut with one condition
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US Fed meet: Jerome Powell likely to signal a rate cut with one condition

Hindustan Times  

After three straight hotter-than-expected inflation reports, Federal Reserve officials have turned more cautious about the prospect of interest rate cuts this year. The big question, after they end their latest policy meeting Wednesday, will be: Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve has said, if higher inflation does persist, we can maintain the current level of for as long …

Fed keeps interest rates at 23-year high
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Fed keeps interest rates at 23-year high

NPR  

Fed keeps interest rates at 23-year high Enlarge this image toggle caption Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Justin Sullivan/Getty Images The Federal Reserve voted to keep interest rates at a 23-year high on Wednesday, as the central bank tries to curb stubborn inflation. "Inflation has eased over the past year but remains elevated," the Fed's rate-setting committee said in a statement. Sponsor …

When will Fed cut rates? As US economy flexes its muscles, maybe later or not at all
8 months, 2 weeks ago

When will Fed cut rates? As US economy flexes its muscles, maybe later or not at all

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ever since the Federal Reserve signaled last fall that it was likely done raising interest rates, Wall Street traders, economists, car buyers, would-be homeowners — pretty much everyone — began obsessing over a single question: When will the Fed start cutting rates? Despite the Fed’s aggressive streak of rate hikes in 2022 and 2023, which sent mortgage rates …

Powell: Fed still sees rate cuts this year; election timing won’t affect decision
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Powell: Fed still sees rate cuts this year; election timing won’t affect decision

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve officials will likely reduce their benchmark interest rate later this year, Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday, despite recent reports showing that the U.S. economy is still strong and that U.S. inflation picked up in January and February. materially change the overall picture,” Powell said in a speech at Stanford University, “which continues to be one of …

Fed rate outlook looks just right for banks
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Fed rate outlook looks just right for banks

Live Mint  

When it comes to interest rates, banks need a Goldilocks scenario: Not too hot, not too cold. Surging interest rates gave banks plenty of headaches, to put it mildly, ranging from a rapid repricing of deposits to a plunge in the value of their longer-term fixed-rate securities. Fed policymakers last week left unchanged their median forecast implying three quarter-point rate …

Powell may provide hints of whether Federal Reserve is edging close to rate cuts
9 months ago

Powell may provide hints of whether Federal Reserve is edging close to rate cuts

The Independent  

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Federal Reserve is likely to preach patience as consumers and markets look ahead to rate cuts
9 months ago

Federal Reserve is likely to preach patience as consumers and markets look ahead to rate cuts

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Across the United States, many people are eagerly anticipating the Federal Reserve’s first cut to its benchmark interest rate this year: Prospective home buyers hope for lower mortgage rates. Excluding volatile food and energy costs, so-called “core” prices rose at a monthly pace of 0.4% in both January and February, a pace far higher than is consistent with …

US inflation unexpectedly rises to 3.2%, dampening hopes of Fed's interest rate cuts in March
9 months, 1 week ago

US inflation unexpectedly rises to 3.2%, dampening hopes of Fed's interest rate cuts in March

Hindustan Times  

US consumer prices witnessed a surge in monthly and annual rates in February, as per the inflation figures issued by the Labour Department on Tuesday. The consumer price index, a frequently followed inflation indicator, climbed 3.2 percent annually in February and 0.4 percent last month alone. Since March 2022, the Fed has progressively raised interest rates through periodic adjustments, bringing …

Fed Is ‘Not Far’ From Confidence Needed to Cut Rates, Powell Says
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Fed Is ‘Not Far’ From Confidence Needed to Cut Rates, Powell Says

Hindustan Times  

-- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested the central bank is getting close to the confidence it needs to start lowering interest rates. HT Image “We’re waiting to become more confident that inflation is moving sustainably at 2%,” Powell said Thursday while answering questions from the Senate Banking Committee. Powell repeated his testimony from Wednesday that it would likely be …

US Fed Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged for fourth time in a row
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US Fed Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged for fourth time in a row

Hindustan Times  

The US Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to leave interest rates unchanged for the fourth straight meeting, while indicating it was moving toward future cuts -- but probably not before May at the earliest. But it added that the rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee is unlikely to start cutting interest rates "until it has gained greater confidence that inflation is moving …

US Fed key meet: All eyes on Jerome Powell's comments amid 2024 rate cut expectations
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US Fed key meet: All eyes on Jerome Powell's comments amid 2024 rate cut expectations

Hindustan Times  

The US Federal Reserve, which has spent nearly two years raising interest rates to combat inflation, will announce its monetary policy decision on Wednesday, January 31. However, the Fed's decision on rate increase will be announced by the Chair of Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, in a press conference today at 2.30 pm ET. While the Federal Reserve forecasts three rate …

Federal Reserve signals that interest rate cuts aren’t imminent, leaving them unchanged for now
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Federal Reserve signals that interest rate cuts aren’t imminent, leaving them unchanged for now

LA Times  

Interest rate cuts are coming. “I don’t think it’s likely that the committee will reach a level of confidence by the time of the March meeting” to start cutting rates, Powell said at his news conference. The change in the Fed’s stance Wednesday comes as the economy is showing surprising durability after a series of 11 rate hikes helped drastically …

Major boost for 401(k) savers as Dow rises 500 points to close at RECORD HIGH - after Jerome Powell signals at least THREE interest rate cuts for 2024
1 year ago

Major boost for 401(k) savers as Dow rises 500 points to close at RECORD HIGH - after Jerome Powell signals at least THREE interest rate cuts for 2024

Daily Mail  

Rally could mean 401 pots rising by $2,000 in one day for average savers Stocks rallied after the announcement - with Dow above 37,000 for first time Interest rates remain between 5.25 and 5.5% but three cuts due next year The Federal Reserve today held interest rates steady for the third time in a row - but indicated that multiple …

Federal Reserve keeps key interest rate unchanged and foresees 3 rate cuts next year
1 year ago

Federal Reserve keeps key interest rate unchanged and foresees 3 rate cuts next year

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a third straight time, and its officials signaled that they expect to make three quarter-point cuts to their benchmark rate next year. “Inflation keeps coming down, the labor market keeps getting back into balance and, it’s so far, so good,” Powell said after the Fed’s 19-member policy …

The Fed is probably done raising interest rates and could cut them next year
1 year ago

The Fed is probably done raising interest rates and could cut them next year

NPR  

The Fed is probably done raising interest rates and could cut them next year Enlarge this image toggle caption Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images The Federal Reserve signaled it's probably done raising interest rates to curb inflation and the central bank could start cutting rates next year. "We're seeing inflation making real progress," Fed chairman Jerome Powell told reporters …

Fed’s Powell notes inflation is easing but downplays discussion of interest rate cuts
1 year ago

Fed’s Powell notes inflation is easing but downplays discussion of interest rate cuts

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Inflation is slowing steadily, but it’s too early to declare victory or to discuss when the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates, Chair Jerome Powell said Friday. Nor is it time to “speculate on when policy might ease,” Powell said, referring to the possibility of cuts in the Fed’s benchmark interest rate, which affects many consumer and business …

Fed’s Waller raises possibility of a rate cut by spring if inflation keeps slowing
1 year ago

Fed’s Waller raises possibility of a rate cut by spring if inflation keeps slowing

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A key Federal Reserve official raised the possibility Tuesday that the Fed could decide to cut its benchmark interest rate as early as spring if inflation keeps declining steadily. Waller also said he thought the Fed’s short-term rate, which is at 5.4%, the highest in 22 years, is likely high enough to keep inflation headed down to the …

Investors See Interest-Rate Cuts Coming Soon, Recession or Not
1 year ago

Investors See Interest-Rate Cuts Coming Soon, Recession or Not

Live Mint  

Wall Street is gearing up for rate cuts. “You’re really talking about a distribution of outcomes that range between the Fed doing nothing next year to the Fed cutting aggressively next year,” said Rob Waldner, fixed income chief strategist at Invesco. Investors caution that it is still possible that the Fed doesn’t cut rates in 2024, potentially pushing bond yields …

Powell reinforces Fed’s cautious approach toward further interest rate hikes
1 year, 1 month ago

Powell reinforces Fed’s cautious approach toward further interest rate hikes

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested Thursday that the Fed is in no hurry to further raise its benchmark interest rate, given evidence that inflation pressures are continuing to ease at a gradual pace. “We are not confident,” Powell said, that the Fed’s benchmark rate is high enough to steadily reduce inflation to 2%. Last week, at a …

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