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Why further RBA interest rate hikes are less likely now than even 1 week ago

Since Australia’s Reserve Bank hiked interest rates two weeks ago, there have been two important developments – one in the United States and the other in the United Kingdom.

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Strength in Tech Stocks Powers the Overall Market Higher

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Monday closed up +0.74%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.58%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.19%. Stocks on Monday rallied, with the S&P 500 posting...

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Dollar Retreats on Lower Bond Yields and Strength in Stocks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday fell by -0.47% and posted a 2-1/2 month low. The dollar Monday posted moderate losses and remains under pressure after last week’s better-than-expected U.S. inflation news and weekly jobs data that point to a slowing labor market bolstered speculation the Fed is down...

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‘Far too early’ to propose UK interest rate cuts, says Bank of England governor

Andrew Bailey warns more work to be done to bring inflation back to 2% target and further rate rises may still be necessary

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Should You Take a Secured Loan to Build Credit?

A personal loan is one of the most often chosen options for solving various financial problems.

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UK's banks among worst in world for saving deals

Research shows: 10 country study has UK banks among the worst

Evening Standard

Stocks Push Higher on Positive Corporate News

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.34%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.25%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.51%. Stocks this morning are mildly higher, with the S&P...

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Hollywood ending unlikely for Jeremy Hunt, with progress on economy slow

Chancellor is upbeat but there is little chance of autumn statement changing voter perceptions of Tory plan

The Guardian - UK

Kenya’s stock market has suffered steepest losses in the world: an expert view on why and how to reverse it

Kenya’s stock market recently suffered steep losses, making it the worst performing globally. The weak performance has persisted: the Nairobi Securities Exchange 20-share index stood at about 1420 on 10 November 2023, having fallen from 1509 on 29 September 2023, a drop of 6% over the six-week period. In better…

The Conversation

All eyes on RBA messaging for hints on rates outlook

Public appearances from senior Reserve Bank officials should shed some light on the future outlook for interest rates as the tightening cycle nears its end.

AAP

Britain can’t borrow at these high interest rates, so we must tax the rich

The days of cheap credit that could have fuelled long-term investment have gone. Now chancellors must find a different source of revenue

The Guardian - UK

Dollar Drops on Expectations the Fed is Done Raising Interest Rates

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell by -0.42% and posted a 2-1/2 month low. The dollar Friday fell moderately and remains under pressure as this week’s better-than-expected U.S. inflation news and weekly jobs data that point to a slowing labor market have bolstered speculation the Fed is down...

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It's too soon to declare victory on inflation. Don't expect interest rate cuts until late next year

City Voices: Rishi Sunak may be gloating about hitting his inflation target, but most households don't share his glee

Evening Standard

Markets Today: Stocks Climb on Expectations Central Banks Are Done Raising Rates

Morning Markets December E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESZ2 3) are up +0.30%, and Dec Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ2 3) are up +0.04%. Stock index futures are moving higher this morning as global bond yields fall on speculation the world’s central banks have finished raising interest rates. This week’s better-than-expected...

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The Guardian - UK

What can Jeremy Hunt do with his £13bn headroom in the autumn statement?

Chancellor could try to win votes with a tax giveaway, but seems unlikely to improve the polls or the economy

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Stock Index Futures Move Higher as Bond Yields Plunge, Gap Surges on Upbeat Earnings

December S&P 500 futures (ESZ23) are up +0.28%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ23) are up +0.06% this morning as U.S. Treasury yields continued to fall after this week’s soft U.S. inflation and jobs data spurred expectations among investors that interest rates have peaked.

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UK mortgage arrears rise as borrowers feel squeeze, says Nationwide

Building society benefits from high interest rates, with half-year profits increasing to £1.3bn

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Stock Index Futures Move Higher as Bond Yields Plunge, Gap Stock Surges on Upbeat Earnings

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Fall in retail sales in Great Britain signals high street recession

Volumes drop 2.7% year on year in October as high interest rates and poor weather drive away shoppers

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Can the U.S. Economy Achieve a Soft Landing?

The Federal Reserve, since early 2022, has been raising interest rates to ease inflation pressures without causing the economy to contract, an ideal scenario that some economists call a “soft landing.” A soft landing is defined as when the Fed is able to slow the economy enough to curb demand...

The Independent UK

U.S. applications for jobless claims rise in a labor market that remains very healthy

More Americans filed for jobless claims last week, but the labor market remains broadly healthy in the face of retreating inflation and elevated interest rates

The Guardian - UK

Cashing in? The mortgage-free landlords who are raising the rent anyway

Majority of letters with no exposure to rising interest rates are demanding more money in new tenancy agreements

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Lower inflation may be the hammer that cracks the unaffordable housing market for would-be homebuyers

Inflation slowing to 3.2% last month means home shoppers may benefit from stabilizing consumer prices and cheaper mortgages, if the Fed cuts interest rates.

Newcastle Herald

Landmark site at gateway to Newcastle deserves a show-stopping plan

I COMPLETELY agree with Bradley Perrett's vision for the remaining Honeysuckle development ("Honeysuckle idea simply sucks", Newcastle Herald, 10/11), the supposed centrepiece of the city's waterfront development. No one would deny the need for more social and affordable housing, but not on the remaining section of Honeysuckle. There is an…

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