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June Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The June Fed meeting was a key economic event, with Wall Street keyed into what Fed Chair Powell & Co. have to say about interest rates and the economy.

Kiplinger

Swiss deflation fuels talks of negative interest rates: Is SNB ready?

Switzerland may become the first advanced economy to revive negative interest rates, as inflation turned negative in May for the first time since 2021.

Euronews

Here Are 3 Reasons Why the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Won't Generate 3 Percent Growth

The White House is promising higher growth, but tariffs, borrowing, and rising interest rates will be a drag on those expectations.

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Forget about the Fed’s dual mandate—this investment advisor says they’ve added a third mandate, and won’t be cutting rates anytime soon

Cutting rates will redistribute wealth upward again, which is not ideal at a time of social friction.

Fortune

China bans banks from luring customers with popular Labubu dolls

Regulator asks local banks not to give non-compliant perks amid fierce competition as interest rates fall

The Guardian - UK

12 Ways Credit Card Companies Trick You Without Breaking Laws

Credit card companies are masters at making money, and not just from interest rates. They use a variety of clever, legal tactics to maximize their profits, often at your expense. If you’ve ever felt confused by your statement, surprised by a fee, or frustrated by changing terms, you’re not alone.…

Clever Dude

These 3 Dividend Stocks Pay You to Stay Calm in Summer

This summer could be more volatile than usual, here are three high-quality dividend stocks that are solid choices for the summer and beyond

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Dollar Pares Early Decline as US-China Tensions Ease

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Thursday fell by -0.05%. The dollar on Thursday fell to a 6-week low and posted modest losses after US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly rose to a 7-3/4 month high, a dovish factor for Fed policy. The dollar also weakened after US Q1 nonfarm productivity was...

Barchart

ECB cuts interest rates to 2% in effort to bolster flagging eurozone growth

European Central Bank makes eighth quarter-point cut in a year as bloc reels from impact of Trump’s trade wars

The Guardian - UK

Europe's central bank expected to lower interest rates as Trump's trade war threatens growth

Lower inflation and concern that U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war will slow already modest growth have cleared the way for the European Central Bank to cut interest rates at Thursday’s policy meeting, a step that would lower borrowing costs for consumers and businesses and promote economic activity

The Independent UK

ECB president Christine Lagarde says she’s ‘determined’ to complete her term, after speculation of early exit to run WEF – as it happened

“You’re not about to see the back of me,” insists Lagarde, sporting a necklace reading ‘in charge’, following claims she discussed leaving ECB early to run World Economic Forum

The Guardian - UK

Billionaire Grant Cardone Calls Fed Chair Jerome Powell ‘The Greatest Threat to the American Public’ and Should Be ‘Removed Immediately’

Grant Cardone slams Jerome Powell, blaming high interest rates for harming real estate, small businesses, and potentially aiding political motives.

Barchart

Best savings accounts and cash Isas for your money after interest rate changes

The Bank Rate is 4.25 per cent right now - but you can earn more than that on your money if you look carefully

The Independent UK

Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on US Labor Market Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Tuesday rose by +0.53%. The dollar on Tuesday recovered from a 6-week low and moved higher after weaker-than-expected Eurozone inflation news knocked the euro lower. Also, weakness in the yuan supported gains in the dollar after a gauge of Chinese manufacturing activity contracted in May...

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Wage rise not enough for lowest-paid workers: union

Australia's lowest-paid workers still won't have a liveable income despite an upcoming annualised 3.5 per cent boost in the minimum wage, trade unions say.

The Guardian - UK

UK interest rates more uncertain due to Trump policies, says Bank governor

Andrew Bailey tells MPs pattern of trade deals and lower tariffs ‘blown up’ with serious impacts for global economy

Fortune

Treasury head Scott Bessent says Jamie Dimon should relax about the bond markets: ‘For his entire career he’s made predictions…none of them have come true’

Rising interest rates on U.S. debt seem to back up Dimon’s concern about government spending, but the Treasury secretary says it’s not as bad as it seems.

The Conversation

Subsidized social housing promotes economic well-being for Canadian renters, new study finds

The years following the COVID-19 pandemic were difficult for renters. The pandemic was followed by an economic recovery marked by inflation, population growth and rising interest rates. These increased the cost of financing for landlords and limited the ability of first-time buyers to access homeownership.

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The Guardian - AU

As interest rates fall, could Australia be facing another house price boom?

How might the RBA’s actions affect the property market? Research offers some clues

The Conversation

With interest rates on the way down, could house prices boom? Here’s what research suggests

With the Reserve Bank of Australia easing monetary policy, interest rates are on the way down.

AAP

Housing set to grow from record high as rate cuts loom

The prospect of more interest rate cuts has pushed house prices to record highs and is expected to continue fuelling growth for the rest of the year.

Evening Standard

Bank of England rate-setter Alan Taylor ‘pretty concerned’ by economic outlook

It came as the Monetary Policy Committee member indicated he hopes for a path to ‘lower’ interest rates.

The Independent UK

Trump meets with Powell after months of trashing the Fed over interest rates

Jerome Powell emphasized the central bank’s policy decisions will be based solely on objective non-political analysis.

Evening Standard

Auto Trader reports growing car sales despite ‘financial pressure’ on customers

The growth across both the new and used car markets comes despite another year of high interest rates and weak consumer confidence in the UK.

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61% of Boomers Say They’ll Never Sell Their Homes And It’s Costing You

The American dream of homeownership is hitting a dead end for younger generations—and no, it’s not just about interest rates or avocado toast. It’s about...

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