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Your credit card defaults may pinch much more
23 hours, 3 minutes ago

Your credit card defaults may pinch much more

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: The next time you miss credit card payments, you may be hit by much higher interest charges and late fees then what you may be paying now.In a move that will give lenders more freedom to set their own interest rates for credit card defaults, the Supreme Court has set aside an order of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal …

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Apex Court Sets Aside Interest Rate Cap On Late Credit Card Bill Payments
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2 days, 6 hours ago

Apex Court Sets Aside Interest Rate Cap On Late Credit Card Bill Payments

ABP News  

The Supreme Court on Friday set aside an order from the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission regarding interest rates on late credit card bill payments. The court ruled that interest rates will not be capped at 30 per cent per annum for late bill payments related to credit cards. Notably, the NCDRC earlier in 2008 ruled that levying more than …

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BORIS JOHNSON: Hapless Starmer and Reeves are doing for Britain's economy what Harold Shipman did for gerontology. But at least young voters are learning about the Doom Loop of Socialism
2 days, 22 hours ago

BORIS JOHNSON: Hapless Starmer and Reeves are doing for Britain's economy what Harold Shipman did for gerontology. But at least young voters are learning about the Doom Loop of Socialism

Daily Mail  

I have been struggling all morning to find reasons to be cheerful. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves are the very people who are meant to be promoting growth, but they are in fact destroying it, writes Boris Johnson These Labour goons have a vast majority. Many young people don't even remember Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, …

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As the Bank of England holds interest rates, should we fear ‘stagflation’?
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3 days, 22 hours ago

As the Bank of England holds interest rates, should we fear ‘stagflation’?

The Independent  

Should “stagflation” be our word of the day? Concern about the other problems might explain why the Bank of England’s committee voted the way it in deciding to hold rates even when other central banks have been cutting. The doves this time were concerned about Britain’s “weakening labour market” – although it would have to weaken a lot for Britain …

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Bank of England HOLDS interest rates despite UK economy stalling after Labour's Budget raid - with fears over resurgent inflation
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4 days, 2 hours ago

Bank of England HOLDS interest rates despite UK economy stalling after Labour's Budget raid - with fears over resurgent inflation

Daily Mail  

The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold today despite mounting alarm at the stalling economy. Interest rates, which influence how much banks charge for loans and mortgages, are used as a tool by the central bank to keep inflation at its 2 per cent target level. Most economists had thought the latest data, and the prospect of price …

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Interest rates held at 4.75%: What it means for your mortgage and savings
4 days, 3 hours ago

Interest rates held at 4.75%: What it means for your mortgage and savings

Daily Mail  

The Bank of England has opted to hold the base rate at its current level, meaning interest rates will finish the year at 4.75 per cent. Today's decision to hold the base rate at 4.75 per cent may seem like bad news for mortgage borrowers, many of whom will be desperate for their monthly costs to fall. Tracker rates follow …

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Bank of England warns of ‘heightened uncertainty’ as it keeps interest rates on hold
4 days, 4 hours ago

Bank of England warns of ‘heightened uncertainty’ as it keeps interest rates on hold

Associated Press  

LONDON — The U.K.’s central bank warned Thursday of “heightened uncertainty” as it kept interest rates on hold after inflation moved further above target, even at a time when the British economy is flatlining at best. The Bank of England’s nine-member Monetary Policy Committee kept its main interest rate unchanged at 4.75% with new data showing inflation rising to 2.6%, …

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Interest rates live updates: Bank of England verdict due after surprise inflation rise
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4 days, 5 hours ago

Interest rates live updates: Bank of England verdict due after surprise inflation rise

The Independent  

Chancellor of the exchequer Rachel Reeves said the figures are a ‘reminder that for too long the economy has not worked for working people For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN …

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Bank of England set to keep interest rates on hold TODAY despite UK economy stalling after Labour's Budget raid - with fears over resurgent inflation
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4 days, 6 hours ago

Bank of England set to keep interest rates on hold TODAY despite UK economy stalling after Labour's Budget raid - with fears over resurgent inflation

Daily Mail  

The Bank of England is set to keep interest rates on hold today despite mounting alarm at the stalling economy. Interest rates, which influence how much banks charge for loans and mortgages, are used as a tool by the central bank to keep inflation at its 2 per cent target level. Rob Wood, chief UK economist for Pantheon Macroeconomics, said: …

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How Indian stock market reacts after US Federal Reserve lowers interest rates | Know here
4 days, 9 hours ago

How Indian stock market reacts after US Federal Reserve lowers interest rates | Know here

India TV News  

Indian stock markets saw a sharp decline on December 19, 2024, following a sell-off in global markets triggered by the US Federal Reserve’s projections for fewer rate cuts in 2025. Global market trends affect domestic markets The decline in Indian markets was due to the US. Global markets reflect similar trends Asian markets mirrored the Indian market’s negative performance. Outlook …

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Stock market today: Wall Street ends little changed after giving up a big morning gain
4 days, 9 hours ago

Stock market today: Wall Street ends little changed after giving up a big morning gain

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — An early rebound for U.S. stocks on Thursday petered out by the end of the day, leaving indexes close to flat. The S&P 500 edged down by 0.1% following Wednesday’s tumble of 2.9% when the Federal Reserve said it may deliver fewer cuts to interest rates next year than earlier thought. The computer memory company’s revenue fell …

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Sensex ends nearly 1,000 points lower, Nifty below 24,000
4 days, 15 hours ago

Sensex ends nearly 1,000 points lower, Nifty below 24,000

India Today  

Benchmark stock market indices continued their poor run on Dalal Street, with the S&P BSE Sensex ending the session nearly 1,000 points lower and the NSE Nifty50 falling below 24,000. However, Nifty Pharma emerged as the session’s bright spot, gaining nearly 2% as investors sought refuge in defensive stocks amid the volatile market environment. Vinod Nair, Head of Research at …

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US Federal Reserve lowers interest rates, signals slower cuts for 2025
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4 days, 15 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 …

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US Fed cuts key interest rates by 0.25%: 3 key takeaways for stock markets
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4 days, 15 hours ago

US Fed cuts key interest rates by 0.25%: 3 key takeaways for stock markets

India Today  

Stock markets are expected to open lower on Thursday, following a global market slump after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points. GLOBAL MARKET REACTIONS Wall Street reacted negatively to the Fed’s announcement, with all three major US indices—Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq—posting their biggest single-day losses in months. Gift Nifty, an indicator for the …

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Wall Street ends little changed after giving up a big morning gain
4 days, 15 hours ago

Wall Street ends little changed after giving up a big morning gain

LA Times  

Specialist Anthony Matesic works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. The Standard & Poor’s 500 edged down 0.1% after Wednesday’s tumble of 2.9% when the Federal Reserve said it might deliver fewer cuts to interest rates next year than earlier thought. The computer memory company’s revenue fell short of Wall Street’s forecasts, and Chief Executive Sanjay Mehrotra …

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Labour's Truss scale shock: Bond gap with Germany at highest level in 34-years: ALEX BRUMMER
4 days, 17 hours ago

Labour's Truss scale shock: Bond gap with Germany at highest level in 34-years: ALEX BRUMMER

Daily Mail  

Among Britain’s great advantages at present, vis a vis European competitors Germany and France, is political stability. One might have expected UK bond yields to move towards those in Germany, where the ratio of debt-to-national output is a creditable 63.5 per cent. At a moment when central banks across the globe are cutting interest rates to stimulate output, the Bank …

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Inflation rates live: Bank of England expected to hold interest rates at 4.75 per cent
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4 days, 19 hours ago

Inflation rates live: Bank of England expected to hold interest rates at 4.75 per cent

The Independent  

Chancellor of the exchequer Rachel Reeves said the figures are a ‘reminder that for too long the economy has not worked for working people For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN …

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5 Tips to Get the Best Deal on Your Personal Loan
5 days, 4 hours ago

5 Tips to Get the Best Deal on Your Personal Loan

Deccan Chronicle  

Selecting the best Personal Loan option with affordable rates, nominal charges, and favourable terms helps you rein in the borrowing costs and repay your EMIs with ease. Having a credit score of 750 and above increases your chances of getting quick Personal Loan approval at lower interest rates and better terms. Negotiate With the Lender Once you have checked the …

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Why your savings account needs an upgrade: Expert's pick
5 days, 4 hours ago

Why your savings account needs an upgrade: Expert's pick

Deccan Chronicle  

In today's dynamic financial landscape shaped by digitisation and disruptive innovation, is your traditional savings account due for an upgrade? The lack of modern technology benefits Most legacy savings accounts lack the convenience of modern banking technology benefits, like instant notifications on transactions, digital dashboards with spending insights, paperless e-statements, biometric logins, etc., that new digital platforms readily provide. ● …

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UK inflation increase solidifies expectations interest rates will be kept on hold
5 days, 7 hours ago

UK inflation increase solidifies expectations interest rates will be kept on hold

Associated Press  

LONDON — Inflation in the U.K. rose to its highest level in eight months during November, official figures showed Wednesday, a development that has cemented market expectations that the Bank of England will opt against cutting borrowing costs this week. It said stubbornly high inflation in the crucial services sector, which accounts for around 80% of the U.K. economy, and …

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Rahul slams govt over trade deficit touching all-time high
5 days, 9 hours ago

Rahul slams govt over trade deficit touching all-time high

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Slamming the Modi government, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said prioritising crony businesses over play-fair ones leads to weakened manufacturing sector, depreciating currency, record high trade deficits, high interest rates, falling consumption and soaring inflation.Tagging a media report which said that trade deficit and imports are at an all-time high, Gandhi hit …

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The Fed is about to deliver the last rate cut for a while
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5 days, 15 hours ago

The Fed is about to deliver the last rate cut for a while

CNN  

Washington CNN — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday is expected to cut interest rates for the third time this year, in what could be the last rate cut for months. The Fed’s key interest rate influences borrowing costs across the economy and it’s used to achieve stable prices and maximum employment, two key goals mandated by Congress. With inflation nearly …

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Surge in wages means beleaguered borrowers must wait for interest rates cut
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6 days, 2 hours ago

Surge in wages means beleaguered borrowers must wait for interest rates cut

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Bank of England is …

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JGB yields rise as weak yen drives bets for BOJ rate hike
6 days, 6 hours ago

JGB yields rise as weak yen drives bets for BOJ rate hike

Live Mint  

TOKYO, Dec 17 - Japanese government bond yields rose on Tuesday, as a weaker yen drove bets that the Bank of Japan may increase interest rates at its policy meeting this week. The two-year JGB yield rose 1 basis point to 0.59% and the five-year yield rose 1.5 bps to 0.730%. "The yields rose because expectations that the BOJ may …

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