Federal Reserve cuts benchmark interest rate: Here’s what it means
The Federal Reserve announced a half percentage point drop in interest rates last month: Here's why and what it means.
Why the Federal Reserve is split on the future of interest rates
Their latest update, published on September 18th, revealed that their views on long-term interest rates are the most dispersed since the Fed started publishing these “dot plot” projections in 2012. Of the 19 officials who made forecasts (the committee’s 12 voters plus seven regional Fed presidents),
Gold steadies as expectations of Federal Reserve rate cut fade
Gold held steady as traders pared expectations of Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts in the wake of stronger-than-expected US jobs data.
What the Federal Reserve interest rate cut could mean for the Greater Houston area
The federal funds rate was cut to 5% from 5.5%. It could lower mortgage rates and stimulate consumer spending in Houston, experts say.
The Federal Reserve Is In No Rush To Cut Rates, Powell Says
Key Takeaways The Federal Reserve is in no hurry to cut interest rates, Fed chair Jerome Powell said Monday,Powell highlighted recent economic data showing the economy performing well, reducing the urgency of lowering interest rates to bolster it.
Fed Chair Powell Says Economy is in ‘Solid Shape’
The relative strength of the economy means the central bank will take a deliberate policy approach, with gradual rate cuts coming.
Rupee may struggle after Powell dampens hopes of another jumbo rate cut
The Indian rupee is expected to open slightly weaker and stay under pressure on Tuesday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell pushed back against expectations of more larger-than-usual interest rate cuts,
The Fed Isn’t in a Hurry to Cut Rates Again
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank will lower interest rates “over time,” while again emphasizing that the overall US economy remains strong. Powell also reiterated his confidence that inflation will continue moving toward the Fed’s 2% target,
Fed Chair Powell says the US economy is in 'solid shape' with gradual rate cuts coming
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled Monday that more interest rate cuts are in the pipeline but suggested they would occur at a measured pace intended to support a still-healthy economy. His comments,
The Blowout Jobs Report Shows the Federal Reserve Made a Mistake
The September jobs report and recent economic data suggest the Fed overreacted with its jumbo rate cut. The U.S. economy ...
What's Going On With The US Economy And The Federal Reserve?
The Fed may need to ease more than markets expect, bringing yields lower. This is a much-needed outcome for the government, ...
Federal Reserve Watch: On To The Next Stage
The Federal Reserve is tightening policy, but M2 money stock is rising, supporting the US economy and stock markets despite ...
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Capital Comments: The Federal Reserve Makes Its Move
Last week the Federal Reserve changed its interest rate policy. What did the Fed do, and why? The Federal Reserve’s ...
Did the Federal Reserve go too far with its half-point reduction?
NO: The Federal Reserve simply gave more priority to softening employment data rather than focusing solely on inflation ...
Federal Reserve: Don't Move Too Fast
Fed Governor Bowman warns against interpreting rate cuts as signs of economic weakness, stressing the risks of stoking ...
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Understanding the federal funds rate: What it is and how it affects your wallet
Below, CNBC Select explains how and why the Federal Reserve sets this rate, and how it affects the economy, as well as your own money. How does the Federal Reserve control the federal funds ...
The Federal Reserve’s insurance policy
No wonder many have characterised the Fed’s interest rate stance as an “insurance policy”. Its beneficial impact comes with ...
Will the Federal Reserve Stick a Soft Landing?
Economists are watching whether the Federal Reserve can achieve a “soft landing” by bringing inflation down to its target ...