The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Bonds can act as a financial safety net through good times and bad. But different bonds carry different returns and risks, so do your homework before investing.

A fourth consecutive record by the FTSE 100 index today hinged on the tone of a potentially market-moving speech by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell.

Earlier this week, investor Kevin O'Leary warned that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell may hold firm on interest rates despite widespread market expectations for cuts, citing strong economic growth, rising asset prices and the disruptive impact of tariffs and artificial intelligence.

GfK’s Consumer Confidence Index increased by two points to minus 17 in August, likely because of the latest cut to interest rates.

Lumber is a leading industrial commodity as it is required for new homes and infrastructure building. While lumber futures are traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the contracts are often illiquid, which increases the likelihood of extreme price fluctuations. In August 2025, lumber prices have risen but remain significantly below…

Trump’s bond-buying strategy could be a mix of tax savings and potential profit-taking.

Automation sounds like a stress-free way to manage debt. If payments are made on time, you’ll never have to worry about missing a bill. Many borrowers don’t realize that automating debt can sometimes lead to higher interest rates.  The very tool designed to simplify your finances may quietly be costing…

Retirees know that where you put your money matters just as much as how much you have saved. With market swings, inflation, and changing interest rates, finding safe but rewarding options is essential. The right mix can give you both stability and income while minimizing tax headaches. That’s why looking…

By ignoring the quantity theory of money and employing neo-Keynesian macroeconomic models, central bankers are often wrong-footed.