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Bond Basics: How to Reduce the Risks

Bonds have risks you won't find in other types of investments. Find out how to spot risky bonds and how to avoid them.

Kiplinger

‘Imagine no recession, it’s easy if you try.’ Bank of America flip-flops on its recession call, arguing a ‘soft landing’ is on the way

The investment bank has been predicting a recession since the summer of 2022. A full year later, it’s having second thoughts.

Fortune

To fight financial illiteracy, we mapped our money system as waterworks

Over the past decade, the super-rich and large corporations have been able to borrow at record low interest rates. This influx of easy money has shored up markets for yacht-backed-loans and securities, dividends, share buy-backs, and merger and acquisition deals.

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Sunak claims ‘light at end of tunnel’ on inflation as Bank of England set to raise rates again

His comments came as the Bank of England prepared to hike interest rates to the highest level since February 2008

The Independent UK

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.B) vs. Fairfax Financial Holdings (FRFHF): Which Stock Should You Add to Your Watchlist This Month?

Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, the P&C insurance industry remained resilient and is poised for continued growth, driven by stable demand and rapid adoption of emerging technologies. Moreover, the sector benefits significantly from higher interest rates. So, let’s compare prominent insurance stocks Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) and Fairfax Financial (FRFH) to determine a…

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Rising UK interest rates force homebuyers to take on longer mortgages

Builder Taylor Wimpey says Bank of England stance has weakened housing market

The Guardian - UK

Wall Street opens in the red amid global market rout after US credit downgrade – as it happened

Global stock markets tumble after Fitch downgrade; US ADP jobs report much stronger than expected

The Guardian - UK

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Bank of England set to raise interest rates above 5% today

The City braces for a hike of at least a quarter-point, taking base rates to their highest since 2008

Evening Standard

TUC urges Bank of England to halt ‘reckless’ interest rate increases

Unions say widespread job losses in recent months have left UK ‘teetering on the brink of recession’

The Guardian - UK

How Much Can You Make Renting Your Home?

With rising interest rates curbing the housing boom, have you thought about renting out your property instead? Here's what to consider.

Kiplinger

Banks under fire as HSBC profits surge while borrowers are squeezed

The chair of the Treasury Committee said the latest figures show major lenders are not sufficiently passing on higher interest rates to savers

The Independent UK

Rate hikes may have slowed inflation in the US – but they have also heightened the risk of financial crises for lower-income nations

The campaign to fight U.S. inflation by upping interest rates has been going on for a year and a half – and its impacts are being felt around the world.

The Conversation

HSBC more than doubles profits as interest rates soar

Bank says it earned £17bn in first half and will hand more money back to shareholders

The Guardian - UK

UK house prices fall at fastest rate since 2009 after interest rate rises

Nationwide says cost of a typical home is £260,828 after 3.8% year-on-year drop in July

The Guardian - UK

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UK recession fears swirl as factory output falls and house prices slide – as it happened

Nationwide reports average house prices fell 3.8% in year to July, biggest annual drop in 14 years, while manufacturers suffer worst month of 2023

The Guardian - AU

RBA interest rates: Australian borrowers given reprieve as Reserve Bank pauses again

The RBA has left the official cash rate on hold at 4.1%, the highest level since 2012, in line with investors’ expectations

Kiplinger

Is Now the Right Time to Build a CD Ladder?

A CD Ladder is an easy, low-risk tool savers can use to lock in competitive interest rates. But is now the right time to start building one?

StockNews.com

You Can Now Get Paid To Protect Your Portfolio With An Options Collar Strategy

Get paid to protect the SPY with a collar trade that used to cost money but now creates cashflow.

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Bond Basics: The Relationship Between Yield and Price

Learn about the relationship between yield and price in the bond market.

Kiplinger

What's the Difference Between a Bond's Price and Value?

Bonds are complex. Learning about how to trade them is as important as why to trade them.

Fortune

With interest rates at historic highs, retirees might want to invest in a CD IRA to protect and grow their nest eggs

IRA CDs can help retirees protect their savings in multiple ways.

The Canberra Times

No Range Rovers or renos as Canberrans feel the interest rate pinch

Car owners downsize as interest rate rises start to bite.

Zenger

Fed Rate Hike And Powell’s Remarks Impact Stocks And ETFs

Market sees mixed reactions with gainers and losers as interest rates rise

Newsroom.co.nz

Developers increasingly defaulting on loans

Interest rates are continuing to take a toll on the property sector.

StockNews.com

2 Financial Stocks to Buy in August, 1 to Watch for Growth

The benchmark interest rate is at its highest level since 2001. This is good news for the financial sector as it benefits from high-interest rates. With the Fed unlikely to start cutting rates anytime soon, the financial sector should continue to benefit. Therefore, buying financial stocks CPI Card Group (PMTS)…

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