Fed to hold rates steady at an unsteady moment
U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers meeting next week are expected to keep interest rates on hold but the larger story unfolding will be how the central bank confronts early moves by President Donald Trump that are likely to shape the economy this year,
What To Expect From The Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Decision Next Week
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold its key interest rate steady on Wednesday as officials wait for more data that indicates inflation is cooling.
Trump says he'll demand lower rates immediately, claims he knows rates better than Fed
President Trump said if oil prices come down he'll demand lower interest rates immediately, adds he knows rates 'much better' than Fed officials
Here's When the Fed Is Likely to Cut Interest Rates Again, and What It Means for Stocks
Since the FOMC is responsible for setting interest rate policy at the Fed, Wall Street watches each SEP very closely. In the September SEP, the FOMC forecast five potential interest rate cuts in 2025, but that forecast was reduced to just two cuts in the December SEP.
Why mortgage rates are still high despite the Fed rate cuts
As mentioned, mortgage rates haven't fallen in line with the Fed's rate cuts because they depend on factors beyond the agency's benchmark rate, such as the economy and 10-year Treasury bond yields. For example, when the 10-year treasury rate goes up, mortgage rates tend to follow, and vice-versa.
Trump demands Fed cut rates, claims better monetary policy understanding
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he wants the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates at a time the central bank has hit pause for an uncertain duration, arguing he understands monetary policy better than those charged with setting it.
Fed prepares to pause rate cuts to avoid Trump’s ire
The Fed’s challenge this week is how to pause and communicate a data-dependent approach to future cuts without drawing the ire of Trump, who has expressed his desire for rates to come down. “The goal will be to make as least amount of news as possible as they pause, which is well televised,” KPMG chief economist Diane Swonk said.
The Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady next week. Here's what that means for your money
The Fed is unlikely to cut interest rates again when it meets next week, delaying any relief from high borrowing costs.
President Trump says he will force the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates “immediately”
While speaking at the World Economic Forum at Davos on Jan. 23rd, president Donald Trump announced plans to force the Federal Reserve into cutting interest rates without delay, escalating what will likely become a renewed battle with the central bank.
Analysis-BOJ may revert to fuzzy communication after Fed-style clarity on rates
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Streetwise: What’s to Stop the Fed Hiking This Year?
Could the Fed raise rates this year? Investors broadly think not, but the idea is starting to be seriously considered. The ...
What will happen to short-term CD rates in 2025? Experts weigh in
The Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions will significantly influence the way CD interest rates move in 2025.
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Fed may cut rates sooner and faster than expected if inflation keeps cooling, key official predicts
two days after the end of the Fed’s upcoming policy meeting, but analysts expect the monthly increase in core inflation may translate to an annual rate of less than 2%. Inflation “is getting ...
Will The Federal Reserve’s Soft Landing Become An Emergency Ditch?
Many economists have felt relief over continued GDP growth. But ongoing data releases suggest that the foundation of the ...
Trump policies likely to raise bond market's inflation fears, top money managers say
Giant U.S. asset managers overseeing well over $20 trillion are anticipating continued price pressures because of President ...