Fed officials have been watching the job market as they move toward a rate cut this month. Friday’s report contained good and bad news.
Category: Interest Rates
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Trumponomics 2.0: Breaking Down Donald Trump’s Economic Plan
Higher tariffs, lower taxes, and more of Elon Musk: The former president outlined his economic vision to an audience of business leaders. But questions abound.
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Low Interest Rates Pose Risks for Investors
While rate cuts are welcome in much of the economy, they pose problems for risk-averse investors who relish high money market and bond yields.
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Job Hunting Is a Challenge for Recent College Grads
Unemployment is still low, but job seekers are competing for fewer openings, and hiring is sluggish. That’s a big turnaround from recent years.
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Why This Jobs Report Could Be the Most Pivotal One in Years
It’s tough to overstate how much hinges on Friday’s employment update, from the path for interest rates to the economic outlook.
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In Japan, the Era of ‘Free’ Mortgages Is Coming to an End
Homeowners are gearing up to pay more on their loans as the Bank of Japan’s rate increases signal the end of decades of ultralow interest rates.
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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Stays Cool, Keeping a Rate Cut Imminent
Inflation remained cool in July, based on the Personal Consumption Expenditures Index, keeping the Federal Reserve on track for rate cuts.
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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Stays Cool, Keeping a Rate Cut Imminent
Inflation remained cool in July, based on the Personal Consumption Expenditures Index, keeping the Federal Reserve on track for rate cuts.
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Harris and Trump Have Differing Plans to Solve Housing Crisis
The two presidential nominees are talking about their approaches for solving America’s affordability crisis. But would their plans work?
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Harris and Trump Have Differing Plans to Solve Housing Crisis
The two presidential nominees are talking about their approaches for solving America’s affordability crisis. But would their plans work?
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Why Interest Rate Cuts Won’t Fix a Global Housing Affordability Crisis
Central bankers are lowering borrowing costs, but that won’t be a cure-all for a widespread lack of affordable housing.
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30-Year Mortgage Rate Falls to 6.35%
Further declines could encourage more activity from buyers and sellers.