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Interest rates 2022 – live: Bank of England reveals highest level since 2009

The Bank’s monetary policy committee came to the decision by majority vote

The Independent UK

The ASX opened strong after the US interest rate rise buoyed Wall Street. But it hasn't cancelled out Tuesday's losses

It's been a dramatic few days on the Australian stock market, with steep losses followed by a brief rise on Thursday morning. But there are still more twists and turns to come.

ABC News

Who are the winners and losers of the Fed hiking interest rates?

The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it will increase its benchmark interest rate by 0.75%, the largest increase in decades. But what does that actually mean for everyday Americans?

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How Americans will feel the squeeze from higher interest rates

Borrowing is getting more expensive.

Axios

Bank of England under pressure to aggressively raise rates

The Bank of England is under pressure to raise interest rates more aggressively amid concern that the quarter-percentage-point hike expected Thursday will do little to combat price increases that have pushed inflation to a 40-year high

The Independent UK

How do interest rates affect inflation?

Interest rates are already at their highest level in 13 years

The Independent UK

Online usury network busted

Twenty-nine members of an online illegal lending network with about 450 million baht in circulation were arrested during police raids in five provinces.

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The Loop: Electricity issues persist, markets brace for higher interest rates, and a first look at Ryan Gosling as Barbie's boyfriend Ken

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ABC News

Why are central banks pushing to raise interest rates?

Banks are raising rates to bring down inflation but there is a risk to economic growth

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England poised to hike interest rates to 1.25% in battle against inflation

Base rate of interest currently stands at 1 per cent - its highest point in 13 years

The Independent UK

Bank of England says inflation will hit 11% after raising interest rates to 13-year high – as it happened

UK central bank has raised interest rates to 1.25%, warned inflation will exceed 11% in autumn, and cut growth forecast for this quarter

The Guardian - UK

FTSE 100 Live: Bank of England rates rise decision, ASOS warns on profits

The Bank of England today increased interest rates by 0.25% as policymakers continue efforts to tame inflation.

Evening Standard

Interest rates held: which type of mortgage will suit you now?

Five types of mortgage loan you should know about as the base rate of interest is cut to 4.75 per cent

Evening Standard

One in five people ‘putting off major purchases as households cut back’

A fifth of people are concerned about rising interest rates, according to the Building Societies Association.

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The ABC's experts give their take on the US rate rise and today's jobs figures and what that means for you — as it happened

The US central bank has increased its federal funds rate by 0.75 per cent in its biggest hike since 1994. Business reporter Sue Lannin has answered your questions on what it means for Australia.

France 24

US Federal Reserve hikes interest rates 0.75% to curb inflation

The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 0.75% – the most aggressive hike since 1994 – in an effort to curb soaring inflation. America's central bank is trying to tighten monetary policy, while fostering growth in the economy and labour markets. But will the move be effective? Christian…

ABC News

ASX rally fizzles out as US Federal Reserve hikes key interest rate, and Australian dollar surges above 70 US cents

Australian stocks lose their gains despite a rise on Wall Street after the US Federal Reserve increased official interest rates — from between 0.75pc and 1pc to between 1.5pc and 1.75pc — to curb surging inflation, with the move seeing US stocks rally. And the national unemployment rate stayed steady…

Bangkok Post

How far should interest rate hikes go?

No doubt remains as to whether the Bank of Thailand will raise interest rates. The bank's governor has made it clear they must be raised to deter rising inflation, and that this must be done in a timely manner. Analysts have taken his speech as indicating a 25bp hike will…

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The Guardian - AU

Morning mail: year of learning before school, electricity crisis flares, Fed hikes US interest rates

Thursday: Preschool ‘play-based’ overhaul, electricity market in strife and Ukraine refuses to surrender city. Plus: chickens fed cannabis

Benzinga

Why Netflix Stock Climbed 7% Higher Today

Netflix Inc (NASDAQ: NFLX) shares surged Wednesday after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point, representing the most aggressive rate hike since 1994.

ABC News

The Loop: US Federal Reserve hikes interest rates by 0.75 per cent, Dr Anthony Fauci catches COVID-19, Justis Huni defeats Joseph Goodall

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The New Daily

Alan Kohler: Albanese’s note to self – Don’t get blamed for the Morrison crises

Governments usually change after a recession, not before one, so the job is a nice one – to manage the recovery. But this time is different.

Los Angeles Times

How will the Fed interest rate hike affect you?

Consumers are already paying more for gas, groceries and everyday items, but they should expect to fork over more in other parts of their lives after Wednesday’s interest rate increase.

Investors Business Daily

Dow Jones Gains As Powell Gives This Warning; Oil Stocks Dip After Biden Threat; WWE Stock Eyes New Buy Point

The Dow Jones rose after Fed Chair Powell hiked interest rates and gave a warning. Oil stocks fell after a Biden threat. Microsoft rose.

Benzinga

Mid-Afternoon Market Update: Dow Jumps Over 300 Points; Fed Boosts Interest Rates by 0.75%

U.S. stocks traded higher toward the end of trading, after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.75%.

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