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Best CD rates today, February 18, 2025

CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

Fortune

Where should you save money after interest rate cut? Best savings accounts for February 2025

The Bank of England cut interest rates this month but you can still earn more than four per cent on your savings

The Independent UK

Australia's Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate Amid Cooling Inflation

Reserve Bank of Australia cuts interest rates due to cooling inflation, balancing demand and supply. Unemployment remains low, but global uncertainties per...

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The Reserve Bank has cut rates for the first time in four years. But it is cautious about future cuts

The Reserve Bank cut official interest rates on Tuesday, the first decrease in four years, saying inflationary pressures are easing “a little more quickly than expected”.

The Conversation

Aussie shares extend losses after RBA cuts rates

The ASX200 has finished 0.7 per cent lower, extending its losses after the Reserve Bank cut rates while cautioning it might not do so again anytime soon.

AAP

Can Gold Keep Climbing? The Shocking Signals Traders Shouldn't Ignore

Gold is defying expectations, soaring to record highs despite rising interest rates and a strong dollar—two factors that should traditionally hold it back. Gold doesn't generate income, unlike other assets, making it less appealing when bonds and cash offer attractive yields. Yet, its resilience sends a powerful message in today's…

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PM denies rate cut will impact election timing

Anthony Albanese remains coy on when Australians will head to the polls, after the Reserve Bank delivered cost-of-living relief for mortgage holders.

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Best CD rates today, February 17, 2025

CD rates are still looking strong despite recent rate cuts, with many yielding over 4% APY.

Fortune

Mortgage lending ‘set for a boost in 2025 after two years of suppressed demand’

The UK’s gradual economic recovery is strengthening confidence, according to the EY ITEM Club outlook.

Evening Standard

UK mortgage lending growth set to double in 2025 as falling interest rates revive market

The UK’s gradual economic recovery is strengthening confidence, according to the EY ITEM Club outlook

The Independent UK

The RBA is expected to cut rates on Tuesday. Will Australia enter a new economic era, and what happens if it doesn’t?

The money is on a rate cut but chatter about US tariffs imposed by Donald Trump could interrupt the predicted cycle

The Guardian - AU

Three Reasons It May Be Time for an Annuity 'Refresh'

Because of higher interest rates, inflation and newer annuity products, you could get a better deal today. Don't wait, though: Interest rates could start falling.

Kiplinger

Trump's trade war could spiral into a debt war that sends interest rates soaring, former White House official warns

"This makes Treasury markets a ripe target if negotiations result in prolonged conflict."

Fortune

Economists less confident of RBA rate cut than market

An AAP survey of 32 leading Australian economists has tipped the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates this week, but more than one in five remain unconvinced.

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The Independent UK

Spring Forecast: When is it and what can we expect?

Rachel Reeves has come under pressure as the government seek to raise growth in the country

Fortune

CD rates today, February 14, 2025

CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

International Business Times

Wall Street Journal: 'Does President Trump Understand Money?'

The conservative newspaper questioned why Trump would call for lowering interest rates as inflation appears on the rise.

The Independent UK

The number of Americans seeking jobless benefits falls as employers continue to hold on to workers

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week as employers continue to retain workers despite resurgent inflation and elevated interest rates

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U.S. wholesale prices rose 0.4% in December, hotter than expected

U.S. wholesale prices came in hotter than expected last month at a time when progress against inflation appears to have stalled, undercutting expectations for lower interest rates this year

MarketBeat

6 Stocks Poised to Benefit From a Trade War in Unexpected Ways

A trade war seems bad for everyone but some stocks can actually benefit from tariff tit-for-tats leading to a trade war and pockets of demand arise.

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How Can a Mortgage Broker Help You Save Time and Money?

Let’s be honest: shopping for a home loan is exhausting. Between comparing lenders, decoding interest rates, and filling out endless paperwork, it’s easy to feel lost in the weeds.

Evening Standard

January bond market chaos put brakes on UK house sales

A survey of estate agents said February’s interest rates cut would help boost sales momentum for the rest of the year.

International Business Times

Mortgage Applications Rise, Driven By Refinances

Mortgage applications increased 2.3% last week, driven by a surge in refinance activity, as more homeowners take advantage of interest rates by the Federal Reserve.

Fortune

Trump wants lower interest rates, but inflation data came in hot

Wall Street is reckoning with the possibility the Federal Reserve will stand down on rate cuts this year.

The Independent UK

Powell says Trump's comments won't affect interest rate decisions by the Fed

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday President Donald Trump’s calls for lower interest rates won’t lead the central bank to change its rate decisions

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