Government data showed that G.D.P. rose at a 2 percent rate in the first quarter, better than initially reported.
Category: Government Bonds
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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.