Interest Rates
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Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Fears, Signals Potential 2026 Cuts
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate at 3.5%-3.75%, citing persistent inflation and geopolitical shocks. Projections suggest a potential rate cut by year-end 2026, but market reactions remain cautious.
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ASX 200 Futures Rally Amid RBA Rate Hike and Oil Volatility
The ASX 200 is set to rebound as futures signal a 0.5% gain, even as the Reserve Bank of Australia raises interest rates to 4.1% amid ongoing geopolitical energy risks.
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Macquarie Lifts Savings Rates After RBA Hike
Macquarie Bank has confirmed it will raise interest rates on savings and transaction accounts to 4.75% and 2.50% respectively, following the RBA’s latest cash rate increase.
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Westpac NZ Hikes Mortgage Rates Amid Funding Cost Surge
Westpac NZ has increased fixed mortgage and term deposit rates by up to 30 basis points, citing rising wholesale funding costs, effective March 18, 2026.
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Global Inflation Surges as Iran War Forces Central Bank Shifts
Central banks are tightening policy as the Iran conflict drives global inflation, impacting consumer costs and asset security.
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Global Markets Brace for Super-Central Bank Week
This week, eight major central banks, led by the U.S. Federal Reserve, will announce key interest rate decisions amid important economic data releases. Use
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US Inflation Holds Steady at 2.4% Amidst Geopolitical Turmoil
US inflation held steady at 2.4% in February, matching forecasts. The data preceded escalating geopolitical tensions and their impact on energy prices.
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Bank of Canada Warns of New Risks in Global Debt Markets
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem warns that new non-bank players in global debt markets pose risks of financial instability amid economic uncertainty. The central bank maintains its key interest rate at 2.25%.
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US 10 Year Treasury Yield Ticks Up Amid Mideast Tensions
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield rose to nearly 4% on Monday despite escalating Middle East conflict, indicating investor focus on economic data and Federal Reserve policy. This key yield influences borrowing costs.
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Gold Prices Surge Amid Volatility, Driving Investor Vigilance
Gold prices are experiencing record highs and significant volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions, and shifting interest rate expectations
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January CPI Inflation in Australia Hits 3.8 Percent, Raising Rate
Australia’s Consumer Price Index rose 3.8% year-over-year in January, exceeding forecasts and reigniting discussions about potential further RBA interest rate.
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Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6%, Reaching Nearly Four-Year Low
National average 30-year fixed mortgage rates dropped below 6% on Monday, marking their lowest level since 2022. This shift significantly impacts home affordability.
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Westpac Cuts Longer Home Loan Rates After Dovish RBNZ Review
Westpac New Zealand cut its longer-term fixed home loan rates, effective February 23, following a dovish Reserve Bank OCR review. This move positions its three-year rate below 5%.
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Nvidia Powers U.S. Stock Market Rally Amid AI Hopes and Fed Watch
The U.S. stock market climbed Wednesday, led by Nvidia’s significant gains after a new Meta Platforms AI partnership. Investors also awaited Federal Reserve minutes for clues on future interest rate policy.
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UK Inflation Cools to 3% in January, Boosting Bank of England Rate Cut Hopes
The UK’s inflation rate cooled to 3% in January, its lowest since March 2025, significantly boosting expectations for a Bank of England interest rate cut.