Fitch’s credit-rating decision stemmed from concerns about America’s ability to govern itself, along with the nation’s growing debt load.
Category: Government Bonds
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Why ‘Soft Landing’ Optimists Shouldn’t Celebrate Just Yet
Despite a barrage of interest-rate increases, the economy is faring better than many on Wall Street had imagined. But the wild card of inflation still looms.
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Bank of Japan Edges Toward Letting Rates Rise
Bank of Japan takes a step toward allowing interest rates to rise, saying it will be more flexible in managing its bond market.
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The Yield Curve Is Flashing a Recession Warning. Some Wonder if it’s Wrong.
The yield curve began suggesting last year that the economy was headed for a slump.
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Fed Rate Increases Hinge on Strength of Jobs and Economy
How much more the Federal Reserve raises interest rates this year will hinge on the strength of the economy — particularly the labor market.
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GDP Revision Shows Bigger US Economic Growth in Q1
Government data showed that G.D.P. rose at a 2 percent rate in the first quarter, better than initially reported.
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Stocks May Be Booming but Don’t Forget Cash and Bonds
At the moment, money market funds and many bonds are not only less risky, but at current interest rates, they are compelling.
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U.K. Inflation Remains Stuck at 8.7 Percent
The rate, which had been expected to edge lower in May, shows that Britain’s cost-of-living crisis persists, and is likely to prompt the Bank of England to raise interest rates again.
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Fed Leaves Rates Steady but Forecasts More Moves to Come
Central bankers have lifted rates at the fastest pace since the 1980s, but now they’re taking time to survey how the changes are working.
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What Fed Interest Rate Moves Mean for Mortgages, Credit Cards and More
Savers benefit from higher rates, but borrowers have faced bigger bills on credit cards, student loans and other forms of debt.
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Federal Reserve’s June Meeting: What to Watch
Central bankers are expected to leave interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, but the decision is an unusual nail-biter. Also: Keep an eye on the economic forecasts.
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Britain Braces for High Rates as Inflation Signals Get Stronger
Wage growth has increased faster than expected, and investors are betting the Bank of England will have to keep interest rates higher for longer.