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Interest rates have stopped rising, but 2023 hikes could still cause recession for some economies

Central banks on both sides of the Atlantic kept their main interest rates unchanged for the fourth successive month in December 2023. These rates are closely watched because they set the minimum interest at which your bank borrows and lends. This determines the cost of credit for all firms and…

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When Will the Bank of Japan End Negative Interest Rates?

Today, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) voted unanimously (9-0) to maintain its policy rate at -0.1% and keep its 10-year JGB yield target at about 0%. The BOJ offered no guidance on whether it might scrap negative rates next year, which knocked the yen (^USDJPY ) down more than -1%....

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Stocks Rise on Dovish Fed Comment

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.41%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.36%. Stocks this morning are mildly higher, with the S&P...

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Markets Today: U.S. Stocks See Support After Japan Maintains Negative Interest Rates

Morning Markets March E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ES H24) are up +0.17%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH2 4) are up +0.11%. Stock index futures this morning are slightly higher on carryover support from a rally in Japanese stocks after the Bank of Japan (BOJ) maintained negative interest rates...

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Housing Market In 2024: Another Boom Or Another Bust?

Lower interest rates ease the cost of financing home purchases. As a result, it could help revitalize the market for existing homes, as homeowners will be looking for opportunities to move to bigger or smaller homes, depending on their family needs.

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UK economy at risk of ‘hard landing’; MPs quiz Asda co-owner – as it happened

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Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed as Bank of Japan keeps its monetary policy unchanged

Asian shares are mixed after a seven-week winning streak on Wall Street cooled

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Poll Reveals Egypt Likely to Freeze Interest Rates Thursday

A suspenseful wait ensues as Egypt plays the anticipation game, with speculations suggesting the nation will keep interest rates untouched. Polls hold thei...

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US Homebuilder Confidence Soars with Easing Interest Rates

Painting a brighter landscape, US homebuilder confidence sees a shimmering revival as interest rates soften their stance, turning our gaze towards hope - N...

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Adobe’s $20bn merger with Figma abandoned; UK economy ‘limping’ as high interest rates bite – as it happened

Adobe’s proposed $20bn merger with product design software company Figma has been terminated, following competition probes in EU and UK

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England rate setter: 'Clearer decline' in wage growth needed before interest rates will be cut

Broadbent said the current stats on wage growth show a 'slightly muddy picture'

Evening Standard

Asian Markets Mostly Down As Fed Rate-cut Rally Fades

Asian markets fell Monday as traders took a step back following last week's rally, with Federal Reserve officials looking to temper expectations the US central bank will cut interest rates several times next year.

International Business Times

How to make the most of your cash savings in the UK

With interest rates on the up, your money can earn more – but only if it is held in the right account

The Guardian - UK

An austere Christmas is on the cards – but don't say recession

The rapid increase in interest rates over the past year and a half is causing many consumers to feel less than joyous this festive season.

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Fiscal Festivities: How Gold Prices Ring in the Christmas Season

Traditionally, gold prices begin a seasonal rally near the Christmas holidays and last until late February. This year, gold received its gift from the Federal Reserve in the form of projected lower interest rates in 2024. Can this gift be a tailwind to a bullish gold price period?

International Business Times

Has The Fed Won The Battle Against Inflation?

The US Federal Reserve's decision to hold its key lending rate on Wednesday and pencil in three interest rate cuts next year has fueled optimism that its inflation battle is won.

Evening Standard

UK to 'dodge winter recession' as key business survey shows private sector growing

But the continued strength of the economy may encourage the Bank of England to keep interest rates higher for longer

International Business Times

Asian Markets Track Wall St To Extend Fed-fuelled Rally

Asian markets built on the previous day's rally Friday as investors recalibrated their outlook for the new year after the Federal Reserve indicated it will cut interest rates.

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Peru Slashes Interest Rate Amid Easing Inflation

The Peruvian symphony tunes down the interest rate once more! A melodious movement in response to the gentle retreat of inflation's intrusive roar.

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The commercial real estate market will get better for investors who are ‘willing to take the long view,’ PwC says

Interest rates, cost of capital, and capital availability will be most important commercial real estate issues in 2024

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Under $10 POWR Stock of the Week: Medallion Financial (MFIN)

Since the housing bubble in the late 2000’s the U.S. has enjoyed an almost uninterrupted period of easy money. Financing for anything and everything was freely available from a wide variety of lenders. That came to an abrupt end last year as runaway inflation forced the Federal Reserve to rapidly…

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Holiday Stock Surprises: These Two Companies are Set to Thrive in 2024

As the end of 2023 rapidly approaches it’s time for investors to anticipate what some of the 2024 stock winners may be. This should include a take on interest rates, which the market now strongly believes will be cut earlier and a little more quickly than had been anticipated just…

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Stocks and Bonds Surge on Fed Pivot

U.S. equity and government bond markets soared Wednesday on signs the Federal Reserve has pivoted from raising interest rates to cutting rates. The S&P 500 ($SPX ) (SPY ) and Nasdaq 100 ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) rallied to 23-month highs today, and the Dow Jones Industrials ($DOWI ) (DIA )...

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ECB Halts Bond Buys, Retains Current Policy Rates

ECB waves the magic wand of economic steadiness, leaving interest rates untouched. An unparalleled dance begins as they slowly unplug from bond buys.

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Gold Prices Shine As Fed Sinks 10-Year Treasury Yield, Dollar

GLD, the gold-price tracker, and other gold stocks are on the rise as the Fed's dovish outlook sends the 10-year Treasury yield below 4%.

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