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The Latest Breaking News from Interest Rates

Thai and other Asian stock markets tumbled on Monday, with the regional benchmark approaching a two-year low last seen in mid-July, as investors fled risk assets after the US Federal Reserve signalled that it would keep raising interest rates to rein in inflation.

Bangkok Post

Gold Sees Light at the End of the Fed's Tightening Tunnel

Gold Sees Light at the End of the Fed’s Tightening Tunnel The FOMC hiked rates by 75 basis points in July. However, the recession drums are getting louder, and gold likes such music.

Benzinga

Do You Own These 2 Cruise Ship Stocks? Sell Them Now

Due to high inflation, rising interest rates, increased borrowing costs, and recession fears, cruise shipping companies are struggling to keep themselves afloat. Given their weak fundamentals, Carnival Corporation (CCL) and Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) are not well-positioned to survive the challenging macroeconomic environment, so we think these stocks are best…

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The U.S. market came back in July and early August owing to a robust job market, strong corporate earnings, and a slight decline in inflation. However, the Fed’s hawkish stance to hike the interest rates aggressively until inflation comes down to the target level is expected to keep the market…

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China announces 234 arrests in provincial banking scam

Authorities in central China have announced the arrests of 234 people allegedly involved in a scam to bilk people out of their savings with the false promise of high interest rates

The Independent UK

Asian shares slide on Wall Street drop that ended last week

Asian shares have declined after the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve indicated high interest rates will continue for some time to curb inflation

The Independent UK

Central Bankers in Jackson Hole embrace tightening mission ahead

Top officials from the world’s biggest central banks coalesced around a simple message in Jackson Hole this weekend: They are ready to follow through with higher interest rates, even if it does some damage.

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The Fed keeps raising interest rates. Working people are getting hammered

Corporations are pushing up prices at the expense of Americans

The Guardian - US

Data to show strength of economy

A full calendar of data is expected to shed some light on the state of the economy as interest rates rise and the cost of living surges.

AAP

Global markets advance, foreigners power SET

RECAP: Global markets advanced as investors believe inflation might be starting to ease in many countries, but they were awaiting further signals yesterday from US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell about how aggressively he will raise interest rates.

Bangkok Post

Inflation and the economy: a delicate balancing act

When I sat down to write this article, the most eye-catching event on the annual calendar of global monetary policy authorities was about to get under way. Analysts agreed the headline speaker at the US Federal Reserve conference in the mountain resort town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming — Fed chairman…

Bangkok Post

Company profits lift but caution prevails

A majority of Australian companies have lifted profits in the August earnings season but concerns over costs and a slowing economy weigh on the outlook.

AAP

Powell’s new guidance: Higher rates for longer to beat inflation

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled the U.S. central bank is likely to keep raising interest rates and leave them elevated for a while to stamp out inflation, and he pushed back against any idea that the Fed would soon reverse course.

Tribune News Service

Powell talks tough, warning rates are going to stay high for some time

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Jerome Powell says Fed is resolved to fight inflation even if it brings economic pain

The Fed's chair comments signal the central bank is determined to continue raising interest rates to bring down inflation.

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ASX closes higher as investors await US rate guidance, Wesfarmers hit by COVID-19 disruptions

The Australian share market closes higher as companies such as Wesfarmers report earnings results, and investors await guidance on interest rate hikes from the US central bank.

Tribune News Service

Still booming: How Texas keeps attracting more workers and creating more jobs

Higher interest rates are slowing the real estate business, but the job market is proving to be more resilient, especially in Texas.

The New Daily

Market wrap: Crude oil price continues to climb, dragging petrol with it

Meanwhile, the ASX200 eased ahead as traders digested a busy week of earnings reports as corporate Australia negotiates higher costs and interest rates.

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Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live: Interest rate expectations in focus at Jackson Hole, shares rally

A summit of central bankers gets underway today, with traders focused on the prospect of further big hikes in interest rates.

The Independent UK

Asian stocks gain as global markets await Fed chair speech

Asian shares are trading higher as global markets wait for a highly anticipated speech from the U.S. Federal Reserve chair about interest rates at the end of the week

ABC News

ASX climbs on Qantas' improved results, but supermarket giants weigh on market

The Australian share market has risen for its second straight day, as some of the nation's biggest companies reported better-than-expected profit results.

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5 Discounted Mega-Cap Stocks Under $20

The stock market has experienced wild swings this year amid increased interest rates, ongoing geopolitical conflict, and sky-high inflation. Although a slight decline in inflation last month and strong corporate earnings have improved investors’ sentiments, market volatility is expected to persist. Thus, we think investing in under $20 mega-cap stocks…

The Conversation

If interest rates are raised high enough to kill off inflation, how bad will the consequences be?

Cineworld has signalled its intention to declare bankruptcy. Like many companies in the UK and elsewhere, the London-based cinema chain took on massive amounts of debt to expand. It is expected to use the Chapter 11 process in the US to restructure its debt and other obligations.

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Ballotpedia report provides first-ever comprehensive breakdown of U.S. school board members

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Pace of rate rises will be gradual - Bank of Thailand

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) will raise interest rates gradually to ensure a smooth take-off as it fights inflation, its governor said on Wednesday.

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