Fed pauses interest rate cuts

The Fed didn’t cut interest rates this month. Here are 12 key money moves to make
The Federal Reserve left its key borrowing benchmark at a decade-plus high of 4.25-4.5 percent, as inflation stays elevated. Shopping around for competitive borrowing rates, paying down high-cost debt and keeping an eye on refinancing opportunities can help Americans manage their finances better when rates are high.
Fed hits pause on interest rate cuts amid Trump’s flurry of economic plans
Consumers and traders are waiting to learn if the Fed’s pause is a one-meeting hold or the start of a longer stretch.
Is the Fed interest rate pause good for mortgage rates?
After implementing three rate cuts in late 2024, the central bank has opted to keep its benchmark federal funds rate steady at 4.25% to 4.50%. The pause comes as inflation showed signs of stubborn persistence,
Fed pauses interest rate cuts as inflation, Trump's plans create uncertainty
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged as officials grappled with uncertainty caused by inflation and President Trump's plans.
Mortgage Rate Predictions: Will the Fed Keep Postponing Interest Rate Cuts?
Though Trump could appoint Fed board members whose views on monetary policy align with his own, he can only make new appointments in early 2026. Will mortgage rates go down in tim
Fed's rate pause could spell trouble for the U.S. economy
Brian Jacobsen, chief economist at Annex Wealth, joined TheStreet to discuss what higher for longer rates means for the economy in 2025. Related: Major housing analyst unveils mortgage forecast ahead of Fed meeting CONWAY GITTENS: So,
Fed Stays Steady, and Powell Offers No Guidance on Future Rate Cuts
After three cuts at the end of last year, Federal Reserve officials paused rate moves as they weigh a solid economy and ...
The Fed Voted to Hold Rates Steady. Your Credit Card's APR Will Likely Do the Same
Average APRs have inched down slightly, but you should focus on lowering your credit card balance as soon as you can.
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When will interest rates go down?
After 14 months of stagnancy, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC ... lock in a CD with a high return. Lowering the fed funds rate will see interest rates on student loans drop, too.
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Here's When the Fed Is Likely to Cut Interest Rates Again, and What It Means for Stocks
After soaring to a 40-year high in 2022, the rate of inflation is trending lower, which allowed the Federal Reserve to cut interest ... Lower rates are good for the stock market, but ...
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Stock futures are little changed as investors await Federal Reserve's interest rate decision: Live updates
Stock futures were slightly lower on Tuesday evening, as investors turned toward the first Federal Reserve interest rate ...
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The Fed Takes Center Stage This Week After Trump Says He Will ‘Demand’ Lower Interest Rates
It was part of a theme of Trump calling for lower interest rates from Powell, whom Trump nominated to lead the Fed in 2017 ... of the markets. The stock market rallied strongly last week ...
ECB to cut interest rates, keep door open to further easing
The European Central Bank is all but certain to cut interest rates on Thursday and is likely to keep open the door to further ...
Fed rate decision: How it affects your bank accounts, loans, credit cards, and investments
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Inflation could drive bond yields to 20-year highs and shock the stock market, BlackRock chief Larry Fink says
Treasury yield surpassed 5%, it could "shock" the stock market and "force a revaluation," BlackRock's Larry Fink said.
Will the Stock Market Crash in 2025? 8 Risk Factors
According to data from the U.S. Congressional Budget Office, the federal government is staring down a $1.9 trillion deficit ...