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The Federal Reserve Rightly Rejects Trump's Calls for Lower Interest Rates

Maintaining the elevated federal funds rate makes borrowing more expensive, but the alternative is artificially cheap money, malinvestment, and inflation.

Reason

‘Is Jerome Powell Just Evil?’: Grant Cardone Slams Fed Chair Because ‘High Interest Rates’ Are Hurting ‘Regular People’

Grant Cardone’s critical view of high U.S. interest rates reflects his longstanding advocacy for everyday investors and aggressive style in challenging financial policy.

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Trump hits ‘too late’ Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady despite two board dissenters

President has failed to bully the central bank into lowering interest rates to artificially boost the US economy but double dissent on board is rarity

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What Federal Interest Rates Mean for Your Grocery Bill

The relationship between grocery prices and the Federal Reserve has plenty of back-and-forth. Understand how they interplay.

Kiplinger

Divided Fed leaves interest rates unchanged despite Trump pressure

Two Federal Reserve governors vote against decision as US GDP grows at an annual rate of 3% in second quarter

The Guardian - US

10 “High Yield” Accounts That Collapse After 12 Months

The promise is simple: park your money here, and watch it grow. High-yield accounts—especially those advertised online—often lure depositors with eye-popping interest rates and slick marketing. But behind the scenes, many of these platforms are fragile, unsustainable, or outright misleading.

Everybody Loves Your Money

The Fed Will Cut Interest Rates

The US Federal Open Market Committee will cut rates again. Someday. Just not today.

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The politics of falling inflation has been clear – lower is better. But Australia should beware its flip side: slow growth

There’s no convincing argument for the RBA not to cut interest rates on 12 August as economists say they are acting as a brake on the economy

The Guardian - AU

Inflation slows again — but is it enough for the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates?

Inflation is moving in the right direction, but new figures released today may not be soft enough to trigger a cut in official interest rates in August.

The Conversation

US Fed Set To Hold Firm Against Trump Pressure

The US central bank is expected to defy political pressure and keep interest rates unchanged Wednesday at the end of a two-day policy meeting, as the effects of President Donald Trump's tariffs emerge.

International Business Times

Dollar Gains on Euro Weakness Over EU-US Tariff Deal

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.22% and posted a 5-week high. The dollar has carryover support from Monday following the EU-US trade deal that is seen as favoring the US. Also, expectations for the Fed to keep interest rates unchanged at the end of Wednesday's 2-day...

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Remain Muted As Dogecoin Drops Ahead Of FOMC Meeting

Cryptocurrency markets are trading sideways one day ahead of the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates.

Benzinga

Dollar Rallies on Trade Deal Optimism and Positive US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today added to Monday's sharp gains and is up by +0.43% to a 5-week high. The dollar has carryover support from Monday following the EU-US trade deal that is seen as favoring the US. Also, expectations for the Fed to keep interest rates unchanged at...

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3 Ways a Trump-Powell Faceoff Could Affect Your Wallet This Summer

A Trump-Powell clash could shake up interest rates, inflation and your summer spending. Here are 3 ways it might hit your wallet.

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Tom Hayes, the UBS trader who spent 5 years in prison unjustly convicted of rigging interest rates, describes what it’s like to be vindicated

Hayes’ conviction was overturned last week after the U.K. Supreme Court ruled he had not received a fair trial.

Benzinga

Trump's Trade Deals Have A Hidden Cost, Says Economist Peter Schiff: Less Demand For Treasuries, Higher Prices For Consumers

Economist Peter Schiff warns that President Donald Trump’s trade deals, which involve commitments for purchasing more U.S. goods, could have unintended consequences for inflation and treasuries.

The Conversation

How real-time data can lead to better decisions on everything from NZ’s interest rates to business investment

It is late July, and New Zealand is slowly receiving economic data from the June quarter. Inflation has hit a 12-month high, for example, confirming what many already suspected. But the country is still nearly two months away from getting figures on economic activity – namely, gross domestic product (GDP).

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Billionaire Grant Cardone Warns ‘Simply Working Hard and Saving is No Longer a Successful Strategy’ to Getting Rich

Grant Cardone advocates that transforming financial outcomes starts with mindset and a deliberate wealth plan, underscoring the limits of traditional saving.

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Everybody Loves Your Money

5 Ways Inflation Is Quietly Eroding Middle-Class Wealth

Inflation doesn’t always announce itself with flashing lights and sirens. Sometimes it moves slowly, working under the surface, quietly reshaping the financial landscape without drawing much attention. While news headlines focus on rising interest rates or volatile stock markets, inflation continues to chip away at the financial stability of middle-class…

Everybody Loves Your Money

6 Mortgage Programs That Sound Great—Until You Read the Fine Print

Everyone wants a deal when it comes to buying a home. And with sky-high home prices and stubborn interest rates, mortgage programs that promise low payments, minimal down payments, or instant approval can look like lifesavers. But those shiny offers often hide fine print that can quickly turn a “dream…

Everybody Loves Your Money

10 Money Moves That Were Smart in 2005 But Not Anymore

Back in 2005, some financial decisions made perfect sense. The economy was different, technology was emerging, and the real estate market hadn’t yet collapsed under the weight of the housing bubble. Smartphones were barely a thing, crypto didn’t exist, and interest rates looked nothing like they do now.

International Business Times

US Fed Poised To Hold Off On Rate Cuts, Defying Trump Pressure

The US central bank is widely expected to hold off slashing interest rates again at its upcoming meeting, as officials gather under the cloud of an intensifying pressure campaign by President Donald Trump.

Kiplinger

What CEOs Say About President Trump and Fed Chair Powell

Top opinion-shapers and decision-makers are expressing mixed views on the evolving conflict between the White House and the central bank.

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Dollar Moves Higher as President Trump Eases Criticism of Fed Chair Powell

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.30%. The dollar rose Friday on comments made late Thursday from President Trump that firing Fed Chair Powell wasn’t necessary, easing concerns around the Fed’s independence that could spark foreign investors to shun dollar assets. On the negative side was Friday’s...

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Dollar Gains as President Trump Downplays Rift with Fed Chair Powell

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.35%. The dollar is climbing today on comments made late Thursday from President Trump that firing Fed Chair Powell wasn't necessary, easing concerns around the Fed's independence that could spark foreign investors to shun dollar assets. Higher T-note yields today are...

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