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How Trump’s repeated efforts to fire Federal Reserve Chair Powell harm the economy – and make battling inflation harder

President Donald Trump has again threatened to oust Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, putting at risk a keystone of good economic policy and inflation management: central bank independence.

The Conversation

Trump’s push to cut interest rates has echoes of ‘banana republic’, says Yellen

Former US Fed chair says lowering rates to reduce debt service cost can lead to inflation getting out of control

The Guardian - UK

Can Lumber Prices Explode?

Lumber prices are highly sensitive to interest rates, as wood is a critical requirement for new home building. Falling mortgage rates increase demand for new homes, while rising mortgage rates have the opposite effect.

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More Than Half Of Young Americans Are Stuck In A Credit Card Trap — There May Be A Way Out

Explore the growing credit card dependency among young Americans and its long-term financial impact. Discover strategies to manage debt effectively and reduce financial strain in today's economy.

International Business Times UK

RBA's stagflation nightmare: prices up, confidence down

Consumer and business confidence has taken a dive following the Iran conflict, highlighting the Reserve Bank's dual fears of falling activity and rising prices.

AAP

Is Australia at risk of a recession? Here’s what the data actually shows

Talk of a recession in Australia has picked up in recent weeks. Rising fuel prices, a sharp fall in consumer confidence, and signs of softer spending have all added to concerns the economy may be losing momentum.

The Conversation

The Real Price of Refinancing: Fees and Fine Print You Can’t Ignore

The promise of refinancing sparkles like a shortcut to financial freedom. Lower payments, better interest rates, and a fresh start all sound like a win. Yet behind that polished pitch sits a stack of paperwork loaded with terms, fees, and conditions that quietly shape the real outcome. Numbers do not…

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Renting vs. Owning a Home 2026: Which Is the Better Choice?

The housing decision in 2026 feels less like a simple choice and more like a high-stakes strategy game. Prices shift, interest rates keep people guessing, and the idea of “settling down” no longer fits neatly into one box. Renting once carried a reputation as the temporary option, while owning stood…

Everybody Loves Your Money

How Iran ceasefire will affect UK fuel prices, inflation and interest rates

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The Independent UK

What Iran ceasefire means for fuel prices, inflation and interest rates in the UK

Experts hope that UK inflation will fall, paving the way for cheaper mortgages

The Independent UK

UK government caps student loan interest rates at 6% from September

Minister says change for plan 2 and 3 loans in England and Wales will protect borrowers from impact of global conflict

The Guardian - UK

Why the war in Iran will make your UK mortgage more expensive

The war in Iran is affecting the cost of living around the world. In the UK, it is leading to higher energy prices, weaker economic growth and a more expensive future.

The Conversation

UK government announces cap on student loan interest rates

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The Independent UK

Student loan interest rates to be capped after backlash over repayment costs

Student loan interest rates will be capped from September

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Evening Standard

Government caps student loan interest rates at 6%

The Government said the move would help deliver stability and protections for graduates amid the prospect of increased financial pressures due to the Middle East war

The Independent UK

JP Morgan Chase head warns of unexpected global interest rate shocks as a result of Iran war

Jamie Dimon also appears to criticise Donald Trump for distancing the US from its allies

Barchart

DJIA Index: Macro Meets Technicals at a Turning Point

The DJIA Index in 2026 isn’t a simple trend—it’s a complex puzzle. Interest rates, Fed policy, global growth, and geopolitics are all pulling in different directions at once. If you’re not looking at the full picture, you’re missing the trade.

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J.P. Morgan Predicts No Rate Cuts in 2026: Winners, Losers and the Dollar Impact

J.P. Morgan predicts no rate cuts this year. Who will gain and who will pay if the Federal Reserve doesn't cut interest rates in 2026? Find out more now.

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God on their side, the bill on ours: Counting the real cost of the war in West Asia for India

With guns in their hands and God on their side – Bob Dylan John Mearsheimer writes in The Tragedy of Great Power Politics: “States rarely go to war unless they think that rapid success is likely.”It has been more than a month since Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump started the…

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New Mortgage Refinancing Options For Reducing Monthly Payments

Refinancing your mortgage can feel like a big financial move, but it’s often one of the most practical ways to lower your monthly expenses. With interest rates fluctuating and new loan programs emerging, homeowners today have more flexibility than ever before. Whether you’re trying to free up cash flow, shorten…

The Independent UK

Why are energy, petrol and mortgage prices so high right now?

An economics professor explains why certain essential bills are spiking and if there’s anything we can do to combat them.

The Guardian - UK

This is what a fossil-fuel shock looks like. The UK must adapt its energy system – and quickly

The Iran war will hit food prices, fuel costs and interest rates. But we could could turn this crisis to our advantage, says Chaitanya Kumar of the New Economics Foundation

The Conversation

Trump Fed pick Kevin Warsh could shake up the central bank with his ‘family fight’ model

Since President Donald Trump named Kevin Warsh as his choice for Federal Reserve chair on Jan. 30, 2026, financial markets have focused on one question: Is he still the inflation hawk he once was, or is he now more comfortable with the lower interest rates that the president has long…

International Business Times UK

Gold Suffers Worst Drop in 17 Years Despite War Fears—Here's the Twist Investors Missed

Explore why gold, traditionally a safe-haven asset, is experiencing a sharp decline amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Discover the macroeconomic factors at play.

The Guardian - UK

Oil price jumps to $118 a barrel after Trump comments; cost of filling up family car with diesel passes £100 – as it happened

Full tank of petrol now costs £84, as drivers face more than £500m in higher fuel costs due to oil crisis

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