Expectations for Fed rate cuts are fading
Hot inflation data for January was adding to concerns about how much more room the Federal Reserve might have to cut interest ...
This CD still yields 4.50%—here are today’s best CD rates on February 14, 2025
The most lucrative CD rates currently available offer up to 4.50% APY. By funding a certificate now, you could potentially ...
That scary inflation chart is making the rounds again
A chart comparing today's post-COVID-19 inflationary wave to the great inflation of the 1970s is making the rounds again ...
Why forecasters stand firm on shifting economic sands
In a world where information, money and asset prices move faster than at any time in history, one key element of financial ...
2 charts show why markets are skittish about Trump's tariff policy
Tedeschi's chart shows that when taken literally, Trump's campaign proposals could increase the average effective tariff rate anywhere from seven to 27 percentage points. The high end of the estimate ...
Inflation Rises Unexpectedly, Complicating Picture for the Fed
“Core” C.P.I., which more closely reflects underlying inflation by removing volatile food and energy prices, also showed little improvement. It rose 0.4 percent from December or 3.3 percent on a ...
Gold Bull Market Continues Due To Re-Accelerating Inflation
Gold is historically the best inflation hedge, currently in a bull market with strong potential returns, making it a top ...
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No, Your Mortgage Rate Won’t Go Down With the Fed Rate Cut – Debunking the Myths
"So, even if the Fed cuts rates, mortgage rates might not go down – they could even go up." History supports what Bramlett says. The chart below shows the past 20 Fed rate changes compared to ...
Here's the inflation breakdown for January 2025 — in one chart
The consumer price index rose 3% on the year in January 2025. Economists worry that broad disinflation is over, even as ...