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Does the economy need a boost? Here’s an argument for an interest-rate cut.

One of the chief reasons the Federal Reserve should cut interest rates now, a top central banker argues, is because the economy has gotten weaker and is likely to stay weak for the rest of the year.

Newsweek on MSN · 7d

Why Isn't the Fed Cutting Interest Rates? What To Know

The central bank remains cautious, even as calls for rate cuts grow louder from the White House and other policymakers.

The Washington Post · 1d

Federal Reserve's Waller says central bank should cut rates at next meeting

A top Federal Reserve official said late Thursday that the central bank should cut its key interest rate later this month, carving out a different view than that of Chair Jerome Powell, who has been h

Best Mortgage Refinance Rates - Jul. 17, 2025

CNET on MSN · 11d

July Mortgage Forecast: Will Interest Rates Budge This Summer?

The market currently projects an interest rate cut in the fall, though two Fed officials floated the possibility of a rate cut this month. Fed Chair Powell has reaffirmed a "wait and see" posture, with concerns over the inflationary impact of tariffs.

Buy Side from WSJ on MSN · 21h

Mortgage Rates Today, July 18, 2025: 30-Year Rates Drop to 6.77%

Mortgage rates are down and still under 7%. Today’s national average on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.77%, according to Bankrate. If you choose a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage, the average rate is 5.

Investopedia · 18h

Today's Refinance Rates by State - July 18, 2025

Check our interactive map to find today's average 30-year mortgage refinance rate for any U.S. state. Right now, the lowest rates are in New York, California, and North Carolina.

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Fed's Waller wants July interest rate cut amid rising growth, job market risks

By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK (Reuters) -Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said on Thursday he continues to believe ...

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5 Key Takeaways: Lower Your Interest Rate With This Home Financing Option

Potential homebuyers may be able to save money with a little-known financing option, but they still need to watch their ...

Trump official criticizes Fed chief Jerome Powell for "ostentatious" office renovations, as Trump takes aim over interest rates

A top White House budget official said President Trump is "troubled" by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's management, as ...

Firing Powell would do nothing to help Trump on interest rates

For a moment on Wednesday, it looked like President Donald Trump would finally attempt the improbable and fire Federal ...

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How an inflation uptick and Trump’s pressure complicate the Fed’s interest rate decision

A new report shows inflation has picked up and analysts believe the prices of many goods increased, in part, because of ...

This Little-Known Home Financing Option May Help Homebuyers Score a Lower Interest Rate

Potential homebuyers may be able to save money with a little-known financing option, but they still need to watch their ...

JNK Can Benefit From Lower Rates; Cuts May Be Pushed Out Due To Higher Inflation

JNK provides high-yield bond exposure with solid income and diversification, but rate and inflation risks cloud near-term returns. Read why JNK ETF is a hold.

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Inflation Crushes Hopes That Federal Reserve Will Cut Interest Rates in July

Some investors had clung to a bit of hope that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates at its next meeting on July 30.

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Here’s what interest-rate changes may mean for bond returns as traders watch Fed

The higher yields found in the bond market provide a bigger buffer against volatility compared with a few years ago — and ...

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