The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

Powell said the investigation rests on “pretexts,” arguing it's retaliation for the Fed’s refusal to follow the Trump's preferences on interest rates.

Money moves quietly until someone whispers the magic—or terrifying—words: “interest rates.” Suddenly, everyday spending decisions start feeling monumental. That morning latte feels like a major budget choice. The idea of buying a car seems like launching a rocket.

A smart refinance can save you thousands, but only if you know how to avoid costly pitfalls, calculate true savings and choose the right loan for your goals.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 1-month high on Friday and finished up by +0.20%. The dollar found support from Friday’s mixed US payroll report, which showed payrolls rose less than expected but the unemployment rate ticked down and average hourly earnings rose more than expected, hawkish factors...

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose to a new 4-week high today and is up by +0.23%. The dollar found support from today's mixed US payroll report, which showed payrolls rose less than expected but the unemployment rate ticked down and average hourly earnings rose more than expected, hawkish factors...

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending up +0.05% this morning as investors await the all-important U.S. payrolls report for more cues on the path of interest rates this year.

For many UK households, 2025 marked the beginning of the end of the mortgage rate shocks of the previous year. And while that did not mean a return to cheap borrowing, the easing of interest rates was clearly visible over the course of the year.

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