The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

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.

Recently released minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting confirm that officials favoring a tough stance on inflation remain in control, opting to hold interest rates steady as they monitor the economic impact of tariffs.

We've reached another important part of earnings season, though markets remain captivated by the president, the Fed, and interest rate policy.

President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on the US central bank Wednesday, calling for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to step down -- after his recent criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates sooner.

President has spent months bullying Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over his refusal to lower interest rates and recently turned his fire on Fed board members