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Calling Back to Jimmy Carter, Citigroup’s CEO Says Credit Card Rate Caps Would ‘Not Be Good’ for the U.S. Economy

CEO Fraser warned that the proposed cap on interest rates will restrict access to credit.

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Trump wants lower interest rates, but the bond market won't cooperate

Longer-term borrowing rates are set on global markets, as savvy players make bets on the future of growth and inflation.

Axios

The savings ‘ladder’ trend used by older savers - and what Gen Z wants instead

Keeping money earning above inflation remains key for savers

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Trump pushes for lower rates and ban on investor home purchases in bid to make homes more affordable

President Donald Trump’s plans for bringing homeownership within reach of more Americans involve pushing for lower interest rates on home loans and credit cards, and banning large institutional investors from buying single-family homes

The Independent UK

Healthy jobs market spells rate pain for borrowers

Upcoming inflation data will be make or break for a Reserve Bank rate hike decision following stronger than expected jobs figures, economists say.

AAP

UK inflation rises for first time in five months to 3.4% in December

Bigger than forecast rise probably temporary but analysts rule out Bank of England interest rate cut in February

The Guardian - UK

I Asked ChatGPT What More Fed Rate Cuts Mean for the Economy — Here’s What It Said

ChatGPT explains how additional Fed rate cuts could affect inflation, borrowing costs, jobs and housing, and what the broader economic ripple effects may be.

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As Trump's deadline for a cap on credit card rates looms, banks have only questions and no answers

President Donald Trump has demanded a 10% cap on credit card interest rates by January 20

The Independent UK

5 Best Cities To Survive Inflation and High Interest Rates in 2026

If rising costs mean you’re looking to move somewhere more manageable, these five cities offer a combination of lower expenses, flexibility and stability.

GOBankingRates

SoFi CEO Anthony Noto Says His Company Is Poised to Win if Trump Caps Credit Card Rates: Why Personal Loans Could Come Out on Top

President Trump has renewed calls to temporarily cap credit card interest rates at 10%, prompting waves of criticism on Wall Street. But SoFi CEO Anthony Noto is firmly in the president’s corner for one simple reason.

Barchart

The Week Ahead (Jan. 19-25): China’s Vice Premier to Attends Davos

The People’s Bank of China will lower re-lending and re-discount interest rates; Japan's TEPCO to partially restart world's biggest nuclear power plant

Caixin Global

Anthony Scaramucci thinks Trump's 'hard-left' move to cap credit-card fees is because he's 'texting back and forth with Mayor Mamdani'

The "mooch" says it really shows a pivot to "full nihilism." His podcast guest, longtime GOP strategist Stuart Stevens, called it "darkly hysterical."

Fortune

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Issues Direct Warning Over Trump's 'Hard Way' Fed Pressure

Jamie Dimon warns Trump that political pressure on Federal Reserve would backfire spectacularly, raising inflation and interest rates contrary to president's goals.

International Business Times UK

Billionaire Bill Ackman Says the Best Way to Lower Credit Card Rates Is to ‘Make It More Competitive,’ Not a 10% Cap: ‘This Is a Mistake’

President Donald Trump has joined calls to implement a 10% cap on credit card interest rates. But according to Wall Street veteran Bill Ackman, limiting interest rates would only backfire and make credit less accessible. He’s got a good point.

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Who Benefits From Trump’s Proposed Credit Card Interest Cap? Vivian Tu Breaks It Down

A proposed 10% cap on credit card interest could offer relief to some borrowers, but critics warn it may limit access to credit for others.

Fortune

Why a proposed 10% cap on credit card interest is rattling big banks

The proposal was a major topic this week during earnings calls.

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Nasdaq Futures Climb on AI Optimism

March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are trending up +0.59% this morning, signaling that a tech rally fueled by strong earnings from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., which revived optimism around AI, looks set to continue.

International Business Times UK

Most Americans Have Savings — But Nearly Half Don't Know How Much Interest They're Earning

A new study reveals that while most Americans have savings accounts of various types, many are unaware of the interest rates they earn.

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Stocks Climb Before the Open as TSMC Reignites AI Optimism, U.S. Economic Data and Earnings in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are up +0.37%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are up +0.74% this morning after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. renewed confidence in the sustainability of AI demand.

Kiplinger

Private Equity Is Fundamentally Changing: What Now for Investors and Business Owners?

For 40 years, private equity enjoyed extraordinary returns thanks to falling rates and abundant credit. That's changed. What should PE firms and clients do now?

AAP

Hot or not? Strong spending complicates rate picture

Upcoming data will give the Reserve Bank a better sense of whether higher interest rates are required to take the heat out of Australia's economy.

The Independent UK

Bilt's new credit cards will feature 10% interest rate, meeting bipartisan call for lower card rates

Bilt has announced an overhaul of its credit cards, introducing an 10% introductory interest rate for one year

Barchart

Dollar Rebounds on an Upbeat Fed Beige Book

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell by -0.03%. The dollar finished slightly lower on Wednesday and was under pressure most of the day after the yen rallied on jawboning from Japanese government officials. The dollar still has some negative carryover from Monday, amid concerns over Fed independence, after...

The Conversation

Trump wants to cap credit card interest to 10% for a year. Should Australia consider it?

US President Donald Trump has called for a one year cap on credit card interest rate charges at 10% – around half of the average current US rate – starting from January 20.

The Guardian - UK

UK borrowing costs drop to lowest level in more than a year

Greater scope for interest rate cuts and reduced fears about government finances prompt bond yields to fall

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