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Seven likely consequences from the banking crisis that most people haven't realised yet

With four banks down in the US and Europe and at least several more wobbling, we’re currently in the throes of the worst banking strife since 2007-08. Aggressive interest rate hikes have meant that banks are sitting on hefty losses on their portfolios of government bonds – some US$2 trillion…

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Rising inflation will continue to cause political headaches for the government, but also for the Bank of England

The Bank of England raised its main interest rate for the eleventh time in a row to 4.25% at its March meeting. At its previous meeting in February the Bank was optimistic about the prospects for inflation in the coming year, saying: “We expect inflation to fall quickly this year.”

The Conversation

OPINION - We can’t let saving the banks distract from the vital war on inflation

The Bank of England is faced with the sort of choice that central bankers prefer not to confront. Inflation is far too perky, which warrants higher interest rates. The global financial system, however, is in an unexpected state of stress: the financial “central heating” is on the blink. Past financial…

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Could office blocks be the next big casualty of the banking crisis?

Higher interest rates and cuts in lending pile pressure on commercial property sector after hit from hybrid working

The Guardian - UK

Super funds deliver stability for members as regulators call for more transparency

Superannuation has proved its stability in troubled times with the average balanced fund making a gain of 1 per cent while shares fell.

The New Daily

The Fed Speaks- Inflation Remains the Enemy

The U.S. central bank remains unphased by the recent upheaval in the banking sector as it continues to battle inflation by tightening credit. The Fed allowed inflationary pressure to mount in 2021, waiting too long to boost interest rates, pushing inflation to the highest level in four decades. In 2023,…

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Are you financially literate? Here are 7 signs you're on the right track

With the cost of living and interest rates rising, a growing number of Australians are struggling to manage their finances. Many are experiencing real financial stress.

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IMF chief warns global financial stability at risk from banking turmoil

Kristalina Georgieva joins others in voicing fears about threat to world economy after recent bank collapses

The Guardian - UK

Why This Key Buy Signal Is Making Me Nervous About Current Market Conditions…

This week, we had the latest meeting by the Federal Reserve. The central bank raised interest rates by 25 basis points, and indicated that we're likely close to a pause. You'd imagine the stock market (SPY) would cheer... But I'm seeing something else that's making me nervous. Read on.

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So things are getting better – but it’s no thanks to the Bank of England

Governor Andrew Bailey has had to accept that the economy is resilient, but he’ll still find reasons to keep interest rates high

The Guardian - UK

Prepare to invest amid falling interest rates

The global economic and investment picture this month is strikingly different from last month. In our article last month "Global and Thai economy in a no-landing scenario", we warned about rising risks, even as others predicted a "no landing" situation, or an economy that can continue without slowing down or…

Bangkok Post

Best Money Market Accounts — June 2026

Money market accounts offer the flexibility of checking accounts while helping you earn up to 4% APY.

Kiplinger

Failing banks and mass layoffs: Is the 15-year tech boom finally over? What went wrong?

The 15-year tech boom has ended with rounds of mass layoffs and a recent series of high-profile bank collapses. So what went wrong and will Silicon Valley ever be the same?

ABC News

3 Stocks You'll Never Regret Buying

The Federal Reserve this week increased interest rates for the ninth time since last year and shows no indication of rate cuts this year despite lingering recession fears. As the macroeconomic backdrop remains uncertain, investors could consider buying fundamentally strong, dividend-paying stocks Walmart (WMT), Elevance Health (ELV), and Canon (CAJ)…

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The Independent UK

Wetherspoons warns prices could rise if sales do not continue to grow

‘We try to remain competitive in every pub’, pub boss Tim Martin told The Independent

Daily Mirror

Bank of England chief warns firms hiking prices could lead to higher interest rates

His comments follow a surprise increase in inflation earlier this week and the Bank of England's decision to raise interest rates - the 11th rise in a row - from 4% to 4.25%.

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Gold Surges to $2,000; Will the Rally Continue?

Gold prices have surged at an exceptional pace in the last month and the yellow metal is trading near all-time highs in March 2023. Will gold prices breach record levels in the next 12 months?

Tribune News Service

Volcker slayed inflation. Bernanke saved the banks. Can Powell do both?

History remembers Paul Volcker as the slayer of inflation, and Ben Bernanke as the crisis firefighter. Jerome Powell is in danger of having to play both roles at once — or, what may be worse, to choose between them.

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4 Best Pharma Stocks to Buy for the Long Haul

With the persistent rise in lifestyle diseases, the pharmaceutical industry is well poised for strong growth in the long term. Also, with the Fed likely to keep increasing the interest rates, the economy is likely to enter a recession, making pharma stocks attractive investment options. Therefore, investors could look to…

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Soaring interest rates contributed to recent bank failures – and there could be more to come

US bank regulators closed Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) on March 10 2023, after it suffered US$42 billion (£35 billion) of deposit withdrawals in a 24-hour period. This was the largest bank failure since the 2008 global financial crisis and was not supposed to happen again.

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England boss urges firms to hold back price rises or risk higher rates

Andrew Bailey says interest rates will have to rise again unless inflation falls

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S&P Futures Plunge As Banking Sector Concerns Weigh On Sentiment

June S&P 500 futures (ESM23) are trending down -0.71% this morning after three major U.S. benchmark indices closed higher in a volatile trading session on Thursday as market participants weighed the future path of interest rates and digested U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s remarks on banks.

Los Angeles Times

Commentary: The Fed just raised interest rates. Does that mean there is no banking crisis?

Do we have a banking crisis in the United States or don’t we?

Insider UK

Interest rates will rise again if businesses raise prices – Bank of England boss

Governor states optimistic outlook that the UK can avoid a recession, after being on a 'knife edge' last month

The Independent UK

Bank of England boss warns firms that raising prices will trigger higher interest rates

Bank governor Andrew Bailey speaks after increasing rates to highest level in 14 years

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