The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Dealmaking action and the Bank of England interest rates decision provide much of today’s City interest.

Bank of England holds interest rates despite inflation hitting target. Political implications of stable economy and upcoming election.

Bank of England leaves interest rates unchanged despite inflation falling to its 2% target yesterday

Asian markets drifted Thursday as investors try to gauge the outlook for US interest rates, while also keeping tabs on developments in France as it heads for crucial elections.

Thefts of groceries and alcohol are increasing, with police citing the cost of living and high interest rates as factors turning non-offenders to crime.

Bank decision on interest rates comes a day after inflation fell to 2%

Insolvencies for Australian businesses have reached a record high as high inflation, elevated interest rates and weaker consumer demand squeezes margins.

Despite persistent fears around high interest rates, the economy continues to perform well thanks to strength in the labor market, steady consumer spending, and strong industrial production. Given bullish market trends, it could be wise to invest in fundamentally sound stocks Progressive Corporation (PGR), Energy Transfer (ET), and Williams Companies…

Hopes have been raised that lower levels of inflation will mean interest rates cuts and in turn lower mortgage costs

UK inflation slowed to 2 per cent in May, dropping to its lowest level since July 2021

These days every word of every statement from the Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock is pored over in minute detail – as is every word uttered at her press conference after each Reserve Bank board meeting.