On the heels of a stronger-than-expected jobs report and elevated inflation readings, the Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady at the end of its two-day meeting […]
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The Fed Isn’t Likely to Cut Rates Proactively Despite Economic Concerns. Here’s Why.
Less than a year ago, the Federal Reserve took decisive action to bolster the U.S. economy. With inflation easing and the labor market starting to […]
Trump calls on Fed once again to lower rates after solid April jobs report
Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, during an Economic Club of Chicago event in Chicago, Illinois, US, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Jamie […]
Alzheimer's rates have reached staggering number as experts call for change
Alzheimer’s disease now affects more than seven million people in the U.S., and nearly four in five Americans say they would want to know if […]
Weekly mortgage demand plunges nearly 13%, as interest rates hit 2-month high
A “For Sale” sign stands at a house in Miami, Florida, U.S. April 16, 2025. Marco Bello | Reuters Higher interest rates, as well as […]
Neurologist shares why dementia rates are rising and how to reduce risk
Dementia cases continue to rise in the U.S., with people over age 55 facing a 42% risk of developing the condition in their lifetime. A […]
Trump ramps up attacks on Powell, demands 'loser' Fed chair lower rates 'NOW'
Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, during an Economic Club of Chicago event in Chicago, Illinois, US, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Jamie […]
‘Wait for greater clarity’: US Federal Reserve to hold off altering interest rates
The US federal reserve will hold off on making any changes to interest rates as it waits for clearer signs on President Donald Trump’s economic […]
Homebuyers rush to riskier loans, as tariff turmoil pushes interest rates higher
“For Sale” and “Sale Pending” signs in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, US, on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. David Ryder | Bloomberg | […]
Tariff pause: Freight rates may rise on ‘front-loading’
NEW DELHI: US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff policy could significantly drive up freight rates for Indian exporters, fuelled by front-loading of orders amid a […]