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Federal Reserve officials are taking a more careful stance on interest-rate cuts after the latest inflation report offered a mixed picture. Core CPI came in slightly above forecasts, reinforcing…
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said policymakers still need clearer evidence on inflation and growth before deciding whether to cut interest rates in July. Her comments came after…
Federal Reserve policymakers judged that inflation risks remain tilted to the upside in the near term, according to minutes from the central bank’s June meeting released Wednesday. The discussion…
U.S. stocks opened slightly higher on Friday as investors looked ahead to a fresh round of economic data that could shape expectations for interest rates in the months ahead. The move came as traders…
U.S. mortgage rates rose this week to their highest level since early May, adding pressure to homebuyers and the broader housing market. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased to 6.89%,…
The U.S. economy expanded at a 2.8% annualized rate in the second quarter, according to the Commerce Department, coming in above Wall Street expectations. The latest reading suggests the country kept…
The Federal Reserve, European Central Bank and Bank of England are expected to keep interest rates unchanged at meetings this week, as policymakers weigh signs of cooling inflation against…
U.S. stock futures were little changed in early trading on Friday, signaling a cautious start for Wall Street as investors assessed the latest economic readings. The muted tone reflected a market…
US mortgage rates slipped to their lowest level in two weeks this week, giving homebuyers and refinancers a modest bit of relief. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.78%, according to…
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said a rate cut could be possible in July as fresh data showed the eurozone economy losing momentum. Her comments reflect growing pressure on…
The Bank of England left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% on Thursday, signaling that policymakers see room to wait as inflation pressures continue to ease. The decision reflects a more…
Federal Reserve officials say they are preparing to lower borrowing costs twice this year as inflation continues to cool and the labor market remains resilient. The shift suggests policymakers…
