On June 12, 2024, the Federal Reserve announced that it would keep interest rates unchanged. This decision comes amid ongoing assessments of economic conditions, including inflation, employment rates, and overall economic growth. By maintaining the current interest rates, the Fed … Continue reading
Few metrics hold as much sway and significance as interest rates. From impacting borrowing costs to influencing investment decisions, fluctuations in interest rates can reverberate throughout the global economy. Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) are key figures in navigating these dynamics, … Continue reading
Negative Interest Rates: Unraveling the Economic Impact for the Economy What are Negative Interest Rates? In the realm of monetary policy, negative interest rates have emerged as both a novel experiment and a polarizing force. While traditional economic theory suggests … Continue reading
Interest Rates: Navigating the Highs and Lows: In the world of finance, interest rates are the heartbeat of economic activity. They dictate the cost of borrowing and the return on investments, influencing everything from consumer spending to business expansion. However, … Continue reading
Fed Cuts Rates Again – One Quarter Point The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to reduce interest rates by 0.25% could have nuanced effects on the U.S. economy heading into 2025, impacting areas from consumer spending to business investment. The rate … Continue reading
Fed Cuts Rates by 0.50% In a significant policy shift, the Federal Reserve announced a 0.50% cut to its benchmark interest rate, marking the most substantial reduction in over a decade. This decision, aimed at bolstering the U.S. economy, comes … Continue reading
Fed Holds Rates Steady Today – In a widely expected decision, the Federal Open Market Committee maintained the current target range for interest rates. Continue reading
The Fed’s Conundrum: Rates are Too High & Too Low Continue reading
Inflation increases to 2.60% Inflation Hits 2.6% in October, Meeting Expectations In October, the inflation rate rose to 2.6%, aligning with analysts’ forecasts. This increase reflects a steady trend as energy costs, housing prices, and some core services continued to … Continue reading
The Federal Reserve is likely to cut interest rates soon as its preferred inflation measure, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, continues to show signs of cooling. In recent months, inflation has remained modest, with the core PCE—excluding food … Continue reading