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Fed's Hammack worried inflation expectations could deteriorate
By Michael S.
September 26, 2026interest rates
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Fed's Hammack says bond yield surge not about lost inflation confidence
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Friday that surging bond yields are not being pushed up by inflation fears.
September 26, 2026
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Corporate debt maturities set to test US borrowers as rates rise
A growing wall of US corporate debt is set to mature from 2027, putting pressure on companies to refinance borrowings raised at ultra-low interest rates
September 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Battered bonds draw support from falling oil prices
US Treasury yields stabilised on Friday with benchmark 10-year note yields edging lower on the day as oil prices dropped, after they earlier set fresh
September 25, 2026
Business|Finance
Brazil mid-September inflation exceeds forecasts ahead of tight election
Brazil's mid-September inflation accelerated more than expected, official data showed on Friday, adding to concerns about persistent price pressures as voters head into
September 25, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Jobs report, inflation data to test US rate path, economic strength
Investors will sift through reports on employment and inflation in the coming week to assess chances of a sharper trajectory of interest rate hikes,
September 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political
BoE's Bailey says high energy prices make it harder to leave rates on hold
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Friday that persistently high energy prices would make it harder for the central bank to leave interest rates on hold, underlining a
September 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
It's Q4 already?
The third quarter draws to a close, and investors have plenty to dig their teeth into.
September 25, 2026
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Japan's bond 'falling knife' stalls repatriation rush
The
September 25, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
When Treasuries catch Korea's volatility bug, take cover
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Treasuries are meant to be markets' quiet backwater.
September 25, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
Inside Reuters' calculation of Australia's housing market ripple effects
For most Australian homeowners, the cost of the country's sharpest housing downturn in years has been the modest fall in property values since interest rates began rising
September 25, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy
Billions in collateral damage: The hidden cost of Australia's housing slowdown
This time last year, Sydney property stylist Joanne Cauchi was turning away work, buying new furniture and overseeing home installations almost
September 25, 2026
Economy|Finance
Global bond sell-off deepens, sending borrowing costs higher around the world
Global bond sell-off deepens, sending borrowing costs higher around the world
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
A shaky day for oil prices and the bond market leaves US stocks not far from where they started
Stocks ended a shaky day of trading on Wall Street roughly where they began following a couple sudden reversals
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Is your adjustable-rate mortgage resetting?
Is your adjustable-rate mortgage resetting?
September 25, 2026
Arts|Economy|Europe
Canada July retail sales fall 0.7%; seen up 1.3% in August
Canadian monthly retail sales fell by 0.7% in July, marginally better than an average of analysts' expectations, primarily led by declines at general
September 24, 2026
Arts|Economy
Fed officials see rates likely rising to curb high inflation
The U.S. central bank will likely need to raise interest rates again to curb unacceptably high inflation, two Federal Reserve policymakers said on Thursday.
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance
BoE's Breeden: 'Increasingly appropriate' for rates to respond to rising inflation
Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said on Thursday that it would be "increasingly appropriate" to respond to growing inflation risks by raising interest rates.
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Brazil central bank says 2027 slowdown key to inflation convergence
Brazil's central bank sees a slowdown in economic activity next year as essential for inflation to converge to its 3% target, a senior official said on Thursday.
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Dollar ascends to fresh 2-month high on inflation worry, Fed hike expectations
The dollar hit a fresh two-month high on Thursday as Treasury yields rose and expectations of further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes
September 24, 2026
Finance
Oil jump sends 30-year yields to two-decade high
Bond markets came under renewed pressure on Thursday with US 30-year bond yields hitting a more than 20-year high as rising oil prices reignited
September 24, 2026
Economy|Finance
Bank of England rate setters warn of 'sparks in the tinderbox'
Two senior Bank of England interest rate-setters suggested on Thursday that they were getting closer to voting for an increase in borrowing
September 24, 2026
Arts|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US
Global bond selloff rolls on, US 30-year yield at highest since 2004
US long-dated Treasury yields rose to their highest in more than 20 years on Thursday, extending a
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Mortgage rates top 7%, dealing a further blow to the frozen housing market
Mortgage rates top 7%, dealing a further blow to the frozen housing market
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Hedge funds sour on basis trade as Treasury selloff continues
Like Treasuries themselves, the Treasury basis trade has fallen out of favor lately.
September 24, 2026
Economy|Election
Brazil's two main presidential candidates promise fiscal fixes, but leave hard choices unsaid
The two leading candidates in Brazil's tightly contested presidential race differ sharply on how fast they would tackle the country's
September 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Science|Technology|World
Fed again hoping for a pain-free landing from current inflation spike
US Federal Reserve officials, who have begun hiking interest rates to tame high inflation, believe they can do so
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Bonds bomb
Just as some investors were wondering whether it was time to return to battered bond markets, Wednesday's fresh rout offered a clear answer: not yet.
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance
BoE's Lombardelli sees rates rising if energy prices stay high
Bank of England Deputy Governor Clare Lombardelli said on Thursday that interest rates will likely have to rise if energy prices stay elevated, unless there is clear evidence of a
September 24, 2026
Business|Finance
Fed's Williams says it is reasonable to see another US rate hike this year
New York Federal Reserve President John Williams said on Thursday it was reasonable to think that the U.S. central bank might need to raise interest rates
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ could raise rates every quarter, ex-policymaker says
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise interest rates roughly once every three months and push them up to 2% by around June next year to
September 24, 2026
Business|Finance
Bond market selloff rumbles on ahead of Trump and XI talks
World financial markets remained on edge on Thursday after concerns about the Iran war and inflation pain had triggered the sharpest
September 24, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy
Australia housing runs out of rescuers as RBA is set to hike rates
For decades, whenever house prices in Australia fell, the central bank rode to the rescue with rate cuts to shore up economic demand and keep households
September 24, 2026
Business|Economy
Australia's jobless rate hits five-year high, RBA hike still seen
Australia's jobless rate unexpectedly rose to a five-year high in August even as employment enjoyed a solid rebound, a mixed report that left
September 24, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
As 5% Treasury yields lose shock value, investors start worrying about 6%
For years, 5% on the benchmark US 10-year Treasury yield was viewed as the point at which global financial markets would start hitting
September 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Interview
ECB not seeing any big wage response to surging inflation
The European Central Bank is not seeing significant wage pressures in response to this year's energy-driven inflation surge, the bank's chief economist said on
September 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Wall Street ends down as oil prices, Treasury yields rise
Wall Street ended lower on Wednesday, pulled down by Alphabet and Amazon, as Treasury yields climbed and Iran's president said Tehran would never surrender to US
September 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
10-year Treasury yield hits 5.1% for first time in 19 years
10-year Treasury yield hits 5.1% for first time in 19 years
September 24, 2026
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast
Hungarian bond bulls bet on euro path as central bank cuts inflation target
The Hungarian central bank's move to lower its inflation target has sent a fresh signal to investors that the new government in
September 23, 2026
Arts|Economy|Finance|World
US 30-year mortgage rate tops 7%, hits 2-year high
The rate on the most popular US home loan rose last week to its highest in more than two years and pierced the 7% level for the first time since the first week of
September 23, 2026
Arts|Finance
There's a reason Trump is the only one talking about 1% interest rates
As a lifelong real estate investor whose businesses relied on debt and interest rates, President Donald Trump might be expected to
September 23, 2026
Uncategorized
Brazil central banker says predictable rate moves best response to uncertainty
Brazil's central bank monetary policy director Nilton David said on Wednesday that the best response to the current uncertainty was to pursue smooth and predictable
September 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
BofA forecasts two BoE rate hikes as energy prices stoke inflation concerns
Bank of America Global Research became the latest brokerage to expect the Bank of England to raise interest rates twice over the next six months, as higher energy prices raise the
September 23, 2026
Arts|Economy|Environment|Technology
Corporate finance chiefs lift inflation outlook, cite rates as concern - Fed survey
Company chief financial officers expect higher inflation this year and next, and have begun to cite rising interest rates as a top concern,
September 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
UK business activity cools as inflation pressure ramps up, PMI shows
Growth in British business activity cooled this month and inflation pressure built, a survey showed on Wednesday, an awkward backdrop for finance minister John Healey
September 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
Europe's economy surprisingly resilient amid war-driven energy shock, surveys show
Europe's economy is showing unexpected signs of health even as conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine drive up energy costs for firms and households,
September 23, 2026
Economy|Finance|Technology|World
OECD expects AI boom to help offset Middle East energy shock for now
AI-led investment is helping the global economy hold up marginally better than expected this year, but the energy shock is becoming more entrenched, weighing
September 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology
Fed's Barkin says economy may be firming, inflation not limited to energy, tariff shocks
US economic conditions "are, if anything, firming," with continued consumer spending and strength beyond the boom in artificial intelligence keeping
September 22, 2026
Economy|Finance
Fed's Collins says she supported rate hike, warns of elevated inflation risks
By Michael S.
September 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Australia's central bank says inflation risks may be materialising
Australia's top central banker said on Tuesday that upside risks to inflation may be materialising given energy prices have stayed high and there continued to be excess
September 22, 2026
Economy|Finance
New Zealand central bank chief sees risks to economy, inflation
New Zealand's top central banker said on Tuesday if recent gains in oil prices persist it would lead to "somewhat" higher inflation than previously forecast, adding that
September 22, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Bank of Korea to assess inflation, growth for rate hikes, board member says
A board member of the Bank of Korea said on Tuesday the central bank will determine the timing and pace of further interest rate hikes by closely assessing inflation,
September 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Wall Street rallies within 0.4% of its record after oil prices and bond yields ease
Wall Street climbed to the edge of its all-time high, and stocks rallied worldwide after oil prices and yields in the bond market surrendered their market-rattling gains from last week
September 21, 2026
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Nasdaq notches record-high close, AI optimism reignites and Treasury yields retreat
The Nasdaq surged to a record-high close on Monday, lifted by gains in Advanced Micro Devices and other AI heavyweights, while Treasury
September 21, 2026
Interview
Fed's Musalem says more rate hikes likely needed to quell inflation
The Federal Reserve will likely need to hike interest rates further to lower inflation resulting from strong demand as well as a commodity price
September 22, 2026
Arts|Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast
Yen eases as potential for intervention eyed
The Japanese yen retreated on Monday and was set for its fifth decline in six sessions as investors were attuned to any signs of a possible currency
September 21, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe
Nasdaq hits record high as chipmakers fuel stock gains
The Nasdaq hit a record closing high on Monday, lifted by gains in Advanced Micro Devices and other AI heavyweights, while falling oil prices and long-
September 21, 2026
Arts
Goolsbee rejects idea of Fed cutting rates to help US finance its debt
Suggestions that the Federal Reserve could lower borrowing costs to help the US government finance its current debt and deficits are the very reason
September 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political
Fed's Goolsbee says strong demand may be adding to US inflation
US inflation may have moved beyond the tariff and energy prices shocks of the last 18 months and is now being driven by strong demand as well,
September 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Brazil economists cut end-2026 interest rate forecast to 13.50%
Private-sector economists polled weekly by Brazil's central bank lowered their estimate for the country's benchmark interest rate at the end of 2026, now expecting one
September 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
The housing market is shifting toward buyers. They’re still not feeling it
The housing market is shifting toward buyers. They’re still not feeling it
September 21, 2026
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Interview|MidEast|Opinion|Science|Technology
Fed's Kashkari says inflation is still too high in 'all aspects' of US economy, in Fox News interview
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said on Sunday that inflation is too high across all sectors of the US economy, not just in rising oil prices.
September 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology
Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation and faster growth
President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve after it hiked its benchmark interest rate Wednesday, but the Fed matters less than broader economic trends when it comes to longer-term borrowing costs, economists say
September 20, 2026
Finance
China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for 16th month in September
China kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged for the 16th straight month on Sunday, in line with market expectations.
September 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
America In Focus: Affordability concerns rise as Fed hikes key rate, mortgage rate reaches nearly 7%
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation, and the central bank signaled another rate hike could occur later this year
September 18, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Wall Street drifts lower as bond yields rise and oil prices swing
Wall Street closed out an up-and-down week with a mixed finish for U.S. indexes as bond yields rose and oil prices swung
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
S&P 500, Nasdaq advance, turning the page on a tumultuous week
Wall Street closed a volatile week on a muted note on Friday as benchmark US Treasury yields topped 5%, while crude prices reversed
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Global shares edge higher as central banks double down on inflation fight
An index of global equity markets edged higher on Friday, as losses in Europe were partly offset by late gains on Wall Street,
September 18, 2026
Asia|Business|Europe|Finance
Dollar advances vs yen as BOJ dissent clouds rate-hike outlook
The dollar jumped against the yen on Friday after two policymakers at the Bank of Japan dissented from a widely expected decision
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Investors focus on rate path, AI slowdown after Fed hike
US stock investors will focus next week on the trajectory of interest rates, tensions in the Middle East and fresh calls to slow AI advancement as they
September 18, 2026
Business|Finance|Stock Markets
London's FTSE 100 retreats as financials weigh; Airtel Africa tumbles
London's FTSE 100 pulled back from a more than one-week high on Friday as financial stocks weighed, ending a week packed with economic data and central bank decisions.
September 18, 2026
Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast
Global rate-hike cycle in view as central banks take on inflation
The prospect of a new global interest rate-tightening cycle is coming into view as some of the world's top central banks raise rates and signal more
September 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political
Italy's debt burden rising at alarming rate, economy minister says
The cost of servicing Italy's public debt is rising at "an alarming rate" in the wake of geopolitical tensions, Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said on
September 18, 2026
Arts
Cross-border property investment jumped 56% in first half, data shows
Cross-border investment into commercial property globally jumped 56% to $71.8 billion in the first half of this year, driven by more deals in Asia and
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Investors buy US stocks at fastest pace in three months, BofA says
Investors poured money into US stocks at the fastest pace in three months and yanked cash from corporate bonds in the latest week, according to a Bank of America Global
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Apocalypse later
Warnings of machine-driven human extinction kicked off the week, but the market's attention quickly turned to more prosaic matters, namely Middle East energy
September 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance
Jet financiers fret as Iran war pumps up fuel and borrowing costs
Soaring fuel and borrowing costs have overtaken aircraft shortages as the biggest concern for jet financiers, delegates at a major industry meeting said
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China set to keep loan rates steady for 16th consecutive month in September
China is widely expected to leave benchmark lending rates steady for a 16th consecutive month in September, a Reuters survey showed, as policymakers remain cautious about
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ Governor Ueda's comments at news conference
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high on Friday and signalled its readiness to keep pushing up borrowing costs, joining other major central banks in fighting
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Barclays, UBS back BoE hikes as inflation risks mount
Barclays and UBS Global Research expect the Bank of England to hike interest rates as soon as November, saying rising inflation risks point to a quicker resumption of
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Rising oil, rates and yields brew up stagflation cocktail for markets
The surge in energy and global borrowing costs as a result of
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
BOJ struggling to keep pace with hiking partners
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook The Bank of Japan raised interest rates, as expected, though it knocked the yen by sounding a fraction less hawkish than its
September 18, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Interview|MidEast|Stock Markets|US
ECB's Vujcic cools oil-fuelled bets on rate hikes
Market bets on further European Central Bank rate hikes are being driven largely by higher energy prices but policymakers will look at a much wider
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ raises interest rates to 31-year high in widely expected move
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high of 1.25% on Friday in a widely expected move to forestall risks of inflation overshooting its 2% inflation target.
September 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Finance|Interview|Opinion
Investors react to BOJ raising interest rates to 31-year high
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high of 1.25% on Friday in a widely expected move to forestall risks of inflation overshooting its 2% inflation target.
September 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance
How Bessent, America's bond salesman, cornered Japan on big spending
When Japanese finance minister Satsuki Katayama called Scott Bessent for help to support the cratering
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Australia's central bank chief warns inflation risks materialising
Australia's top central banker said on Friday some of the upside risks to inflation flagged by policymakers appeared to be
September 18, 2026
Business|Finance
Japan's core inflation holds near BOJ's target
Japan's core consumer inflation held steady near the central bank's 2% target in August, data showed on Friday, highlighting mounting
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Trading Day: Lower oil, yields boost stocks
World stocks paused their recent slide and rebounded strongly on Thursday, and the global bond rout also took a breather, as investors digested
September 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Tech leads Wall St to higher close as oil eases, Treasury yields dip
Wall Street bounced back on Thursday as easing oil prices, dropping US Treasury yields and solid labor data helped markets move
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means
About six weeks ago, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced that a divided central bank was keeping its key interest rate unchanged
September 18, 2026
Economy|Finance
Mortgage rates climb for fourth-straight week to hit highest level since Trump took office
Mortgage rates climb for fourth-straight week to hit highest level since Trump took office
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Major central banks on tightening path amid energy price shock
Major central banks are on a tightening path, with the Federal Reserve recalibrating its policy to a more restrictive stance on Wednesday,
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy
US pending home sales unexpectedly rise in August, trend remains weak
Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes unexpectedly rose in August, but the gain is likely to be temporary as elevated mortgage rates continue to sideline
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Bank of England halts long-dated gilt sales, rewrites plan to unwind QE
The Bank of England paused sales of British government bonds for the next six months and halted sales of long-dated gilts entirely as it
September 17, 2026
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|World
Dollar pauses after Fed rally as yields, oil retreat
The US dollar eased against the euro on Thursday, a day after logging its biggest jump in three months against the common currency after the Federal
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy
US labor market on solid footing; rising mortgages pressuring housing sector
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week, though the decline was likely exaggerated by the
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Dollar pressure weighs on LatAm FX; regional stocks edge higher
Most Latin American currencies traded lower on Thursday against the U.S. dollar near multi-week highs, while stocks were mostly higher, with domestic political
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy
Bank of England policymakers set out views on rates outlook
The Bank of England left interest rates on hold at 3.75% on Thursday after a 6-3 vote among the members of its Monetary Policy Committee.
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Bank of England shifts tone toward rate hikes as inflation set to top 4%
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold on Thursday but warned they might have to go up if the Iran war drags on, while predicting
September 17, 2026
Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast
BoE's Bailey says outlook too uncertain to judge market bets on four rate hikes
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Thursday the outlook was too unpredictable when asked whether markets were right to price in almost four interest rate hikes
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Bank of England holds rates but appears ready to hike soon
The Bank of England is keeping the U.K.’s main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% even though inflation in the United Kingdom has risen to a five-month high as the fallout from the Iran war continues to ratchet up fuel prices
September 17, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance
Struggling US home buyers, and market, face new hurdles as mortgage rates near 7%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac's latest snapshot of mortgage rates is due out later Thursday and expected to show that the average rate for a 30-year mortgage rose again this week, moving closer to 7%
September 17, 2026
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle
Fed builds credibility, but hawkish turn leaves investors edgy
Investors are gaining more confidence in the Federal Reserve's inflation-fighting backbone, but uncertainty
September 17, 2026
Arts
European stocks rise after Fed hike as oil slips, yields stabilise
European shares rose on Thursday as lower oil prices and a pause in the global bond selloff lifted risk appetite after the US Federal Reserve
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Dollar's allure, oil surge fan bearish bets on emerging Asian currencies: Reuters poll
Bearish sentiment towards most emerging Asian currencies deepened, a Reuters poll showed on Thursday, as investors contended with the twin headwinds of escalating
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
South Africa's consumer confidence rises despite economic uncertainty, survey shows
South Africa's consumer confidence improved in the third quarter, a survey showed on Thursday, although consumer spending is expected to remain subdued in the coming months due to
September 17, 2026
Economy|Finance
Japan vows effort to maintain orderly yen moves
Japan will continue to strive towards maintaining orderly yen moves through close communication with the United States, its top government spokesperson said on Thursday in
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Goldman's October hike call underscores renewed Fed tightening risks
Goldman Sachs expects the US Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October after policymakers signaled they may need to tighten further to
September 17, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US
Fed lifts the hawkish bar for BoE
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Turns out the guy Trump hired to cut interest rates just raised them instead.
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
IMF says Australia may need further interest rate rises to tame inflation
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday that Australia's central bank may need to raise interest rates further, with inflation expected to remain elevated
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US
Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut
President Donald Trump is blasting Federal Reserve governors after the board raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Fed's Warsh lays out forces driving up bond yields
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh suggested on Wednesday that among the forces pushing up bond yields, a loss in confidence in the central bank's inflation fight
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Brazil central bank delivers fifth straight rate cut, leaves next move open
Brazil's central bank on Wednesday cut interest rates by 25 basis points for a fifth straight meeting amid firmer signs of an economic slowdown while
September 17, 2026
Economy|Political|US
Trump lashes out at Fed after Warsh backs rate hike
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday leveled his most pointed — though still indirect — criticism yet at his hand-picked Federal Reserve chief, fuming
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
What Kevin Warsh said about the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023
What Kevin Warsh said about the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
What do higher rates mean for borrowers and savers?
The U.S. Federal Reserve nudged interest rates higher by a quarter of a percentage point on Wednesday, the first rate hike in more than three years.
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US
Warsh says US economy has strengthened, inflation is the problem
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that the U.S. economy has strengthened since Fed policymakers last met in June, with a labor market essentially running at
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Major US banks raise prime rate after first Fed rate hike since 2023
Top U.S. banks raised their prime lending rate on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve lifted its benchmark interest rate, a move that would increase borrowing costs for consumers
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
The Fed just raised rates. Here’s what it means for borrowers and savers
The Fed just raised rates. Here’s what it means for borrowers and savers
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy
Fed raises rates in search of 'timelier' drop in inflation, sees more tightening ahead
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday and flagged more hikes in the coming months, with new U.S. central bank chief Kevin Warsh
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
US consumers and businesses are now facing a future of more expensive borrowing
The Federal Reserve’s rate hike comes as the US economy is increasingly moving at two very different speeds.
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Political
Warsh says Fed focus to stay on inflation, underlying trends have not meaningfully improved
The Federal Reserve's predominant focus will remain on controlling inflation, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday after the U.S. central bank raised rates.
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Instant View: Stocks pull back after Fed raises rates, points to another hike this year
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday and flagged further increases in borrowing costs in coming months, with new US central bank chief Kevin Warsh
September 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Fed rate hike likely means more expensive credit cards and mortgages, but savers may rejoice
The Federal Reserve just raised the cost of borrowing money — bad news for borrowers, good news for savers
September 17, 2026
Finance
Dollar rises after Fed hikes rates in bid to counter inflation
The dollar rose against a basket of currencies on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates and flagged further increases in
September 16, 2026
Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance
ECB's Pereira: Inflation not yet broadening as in the past
Euro zone inflation is not broadening as widely as in past episodes but policymakers are keeping a close eye on developments, especially in light of the
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
Robust US retail sales underscore economy's resilience, inflation pressures building
U.S. retail sales rebounded sharply in August as households boosted purchases of a range of goods while also spending more at restaurants and bars,
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
US import prices jump in August on strength in capital, consumer goods
U.S. import prices surged in August amid solid increases in the costs of capital and consumer goods, suggesting inflation could rise further in the coming months.
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
US homebuilder sentiment drops to 12-month low in September
U.S. homebuilder sentiment dropped to a one-year low in September as rising mortgage rates dampen demand for housing, a survey showed on Wednesday.
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil's July activity falls more than expected ahead of rate decision
Economic activity in Brazil fell by a seasonally adjusted 0.2% in July from the previous month, a central bank index showed on Wednesday, compared with expectations for
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
UK PM Burnham says he will take tough decisions to keep economy on track
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is ready to take the difficult decisions required to ensure the UK economy remains on track, after data on Wednesday showed a
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Warsh's words may matter more than the anticipated Fed rate hike
The Federal Reserve is expected on Wednesday to hike interest rates for the first time since 2023, a decision driven by stubbornly high inflation
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
A time to hike?
An unsettled few days set the scene for the week's main event: the Federal Reserve's policy decision.
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Bond market woes likely a factor for Fed, but intervention seen as unlikely
By Michael S.
September 16, 2026
Business|Finance
UK inflation rises to 5-month high, further pressuring Bank of England to raise rates this year
Inflation in the United Kingdom has risen to a five-month high, an increase that will pressure the Bank of England to hike interest rates again over coming months
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
South African inflation expectations stabilise in third quarter
South African inflation expectations stabilised in the third quarter, a survey showed on Wednesday, after a steep rise in the previous quarter because of the oil
September 16, 2026
Economy
Warsh on collision course with Trump administration
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is likely to come out of Wednesday's policy decision bruised one way or another.
September 16, 2026
Business|Finance
UK inflation hits 3.1% but data offers some relief for BoE
British inflation accelerated to a five-month high of 3.1% in August, but measures excluding surging energy prices held stable, official
September 16, 2026
Arts|Asia|Economy|Finance
BOJ set to raise interest rates to 31-year high as inflation risks loom
The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates to a 31-year high on Friday and signal readiness to keep pushing up borrowing costs, joining other major
September 16, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance
Sydney housing slump creates pandemic-sized hole in state tax take
The Australian state of New South Wales, home to one of the world's most expensive housing markets in Sydney, saw tax revenue from home sales dive more than
September 16, 2026
Economy|World
Japan records a trade deficit for 4th month as oil imports soar
Japan’s trade deficit totaled $7 billion last month, as surging oil prices sent the cost of imports soaring
September 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan August imports jump as oil prices lift costs, exports stay firm
Japan posted its largest increase in imports in nearly four years in August as higher oil prices lifted energy costs, while exports rose for a 12th month
September 16, 2026
Election
The Latest: Board votes to close Kennedy Center amid financial woes and name dispute
The Kennedy Center board has voted to close most of the iconic performing arts venue just hours after a federal judge blocked the institution from returning President Donald Trump’s name to the building
September 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
10-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 ahead of Fed rate decision
10-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 ahead of Fed rate decision
September 15, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology
Government bond yields rise, oil gains again as stocks dip
U.S.
September 15, 2026
Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance
Key candidates to replace ECB President Lagarde
France could back former Dutch central bank chief Klaas Knot to succeed Christine Lagarde as head of the European Central Bank as part of a bargain in which a French
September 15, 2026
Arts|Economy|Environment|Finance|Sports
Japanese land prices rise for a fifth year
Japanese land prices rose 1.5% in the year to July 1, marking a fifth straight year of gains and maintaining the strongest pace of growth since the aftermath of the
September 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Global bond yields hit fresh highs, raising stakes for big borrowers
Government borrowing costs hit their highest level since the 2008 financial crisis on Tuesday, with 10-year U.S.
September 15, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Morgan Stanley turns more hawkish, forecasts two Fed hikes and ECB move
Morgan Stanley has joined other major Wall Street banks in adopting a more hawkish outlook on interest rates, forecasting U.S.
September 15, 2026
Arts|Economy|Finance|Technology
Stocks wobble but no sign of panic as yields surge
Add the summer bond-market rout to the list of market upheavals that U.S. stocks have largely shrugged off.
September 15, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
"The house" visits the House
The nervous start to the week for world markets has seen 10-year U.S.
September 15, 2026
Science|Technology
Investors nervous about AI spending slowdown after industry warnings
Investors are showing some nervousness over the stock market's AI-led rally after industry leaders called for reining in the pace of development — although some say
September 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump's demands
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate for the first time in three years to fight stubbornly high inflation
September 15, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
UK jobs market stays soft before BoE rate call
Britain's jobs market stayed weak with pay growth near a six-year low, the fewest vacancies since 2021 and hiring down, according to data that
September 15, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World
10-year Treasury yield hits 5%, critical threshold for US economy and markets
10-year Treasury yield hits 5%, critical threshold for US economy and markets
September 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Wall Street week ahead: Federal Reserve decision on interest rates, retail sales update
The Federal Reserve and its interest rate policy will be the main focus for Wall Street this week
September 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
US wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb
Wholesale inflation picked up last month after cooling earlier this summer as higher oil and gas prices stemming from the Iran war are keeping costs elevated
September 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
No relief from inflation as Middle East clashes lifts fuel prices to painful levels
U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas prices spiked in the wake of renewed fighting in the Middle East, underscoring the affordability challenges that are top of mind for many voters as midterm elections near
September 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Inflation heated up last month, boosting the case for a Fed rate hike
Inflation heated up last month, boosting the case for a Fed rate hike
September 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|World
Global oil hits $108 per barrel while bond yields surge
Global oil hits $108 per barrel while bond yields surge
September 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
European Central Bank raises interest rates a quarter point to quell energy-fueled inflation
The European Central Bank is raising interest rates to cool inflation that is being fed by high oil prices from the Iran war
September 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Wholesale inflation picked up in August, as energy costs kept rising
Wholesale inflation picked up in August, as energy costs kept rising
September 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Know your bonds: A quick guide to Treasuries
Know your bonds: A quick guide to Treasuries
September 10, 2026
Economy|Finance
Why the BOJ will bet small on rate hikes now to avoid a bigger shock later
The last time Japan's central bank lifted its main policy rate half a percentage point, prices were so hot the land the Imperial Palace sat on was said to be
September 08, 2026
Arts|Finance
The yen's sudden surge is upsetting the carry trade faithful
A blistering rally in the Japanese yen ahead of an expected interest rate hike from the Bank of Japan next week is upending the long-
September 08, 2026
Arts|Economy|Finance
The yen also rises
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Summer's officially over. Buckle up!
September 08, 2026
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance
Yen's rally to seven-month high weighs on dollar ahead of US CPI
The Japanese yen climbed to a seven-month high against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, as traders continued to unwind short positions amid growing bets of a
September 08, 2026
Arts|Economy|Environment
Australian consumer sentiment slides under rates, petrol pressure
A measure of Australian consumer sentiment fell sharply in September, a survey showed on Tuesday, as fears of higher interest rates and a rebound in fuel prices pressured
September 08, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Finance
Japan July real wages rise 2.4%, biggest gain since 2021
Japan's real wages rose 2.4% in July from a year earlier, marking the biggest increase since May 2021 and the seventh consecutive month of gains,
September 08, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Stocks dented by inflation risk from rising oil, dicey geopolitics
Rising oil prices, conflict in the Middle East and political uncertainty in Europe kept investors on edge on Monday, leaving stocks to drift lower ahead of
September 07, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Yen surges to seven-month high; dollar drifts ahead of US inflation
The yen surged to a seven-month high on Monday as traders reassessed the battered currency's outlook, driven by expectations of faster
September 07, 2026