Interest Rates

BofA: CFOs and Treasurers Need New Approach to Liquidity Amid Interest Rate Volatility
BofA: CFOs and Treasurers Need New Approach to Liquidity Amid Interest Rate Volatility
October 30, 2024  |  CFO

Despite the interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve — 0.5% for the first go-round in September, with more cuts widely expected — the fact...

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Consumer Confidence Marks Big Gain Despite Inflation Concerns
Consumer Confidence Marks Big Gain Despite Inflation Concerns
October 29, 2024  |  Economy

One week ahead of the election, we’re living in what might charitably be called uncertain times. And yet, as measured by The Conference Board’s latest...

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Consumer Sentiment Gets a Bump on Easing Interest Rates
Consumer Sentiment Gets a Bump on Easing Interest Rates
October 25, 2024  |  Economy

Consumers are feeling a bit more positive, notably about “buying conditions,” as shown in the latest release from the University of Michigan’s Survey of Consumers....

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CFPB Orders Apple, Goldman Sachs to Pay $90 Million Over Apple Card Violations
CFPB Orders Apple, Goldman Sachs to Pay $90 Million Over Apple Card Violations
October 23, 2024  |  Credit Cards

If there’s a regulatory body that’s been busier this week than the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), we’d be hard-pressed to name it. Having just...

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Home Improvement Expected to Pick Up Amid Lower Interest Rates
Home Improvement Expected to Pick Up Amid Lower Interest Rates
October 22, 2024  |  Retail

The home improvement business is reportedly expected to pick up, driven by lower interest rates and higher property values. More homeowners are borrowing against the...

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Earnings Season Shows Consumer Pressures on Auto Loan Payments
Earnings Season Shows Consumer Pressures on Auto Loan Payments
October 21, 2024  |  Loans

Earnings reports this season, particularly from banks, have taken note of the resilience in consumer spending, especially on debit and credit cards, in various areas...

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Banks Cut Interest Rates Paid on Corporate Deposits
Banks Cut Interest Rates Paid on Corporate Deposits
October 20, 2024  |  Banking

Banks are reportedly cutting the interest rates they pay on corporate deposits faster than those they pay on consumer deposits. These cuts followed the Federal...

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Fannie Mae Upgrades Outlook on US Economy
Fannie Mae Upgrades Outlook on US Economy
October 17, 2024  |  Economy

America’s economy is in a better place than previously thought, new Fannie Mae research shows. The mortgage company’s Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group released these findings Thursday (Oct....

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PNC Expects Loan Growth After Fed’s Rate Cut
PNC Expects Loan Growth After Fed’s Rate Cut
October 15, 2024  |  Earnings

PNC Financial Services Group said Tuesday (Oct. 15) that it is prepared for lending to pick up after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates in...

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