rates
Coverage of rates in the Nexus archive.
- Why Goldman Sachs thinks the Fed won’t be hiking interest rates in September
Goldman Sachs predicts that the Federal Reserve (the Fed) will not raise interest rates in September. Goldman expects the Fed to maintain its current position, or "stand pat," provided there are no highly dramatic shifts in available economic data.
- National Grid seeks to freeze rates, but watchdogs say the move is a hike in disguise
National Grid has sought a rate freeze, but watchdogs are skeptical of the motive, suggesting the move is a hike in disguise. The utility stated that its proposal intends to address affordability for its customers.
- Rates are at multiyear highs, yet stocks have hit fresh records. Here’s how long the defiance can last.
LPL Financial reports that the relationship between bond yields and equities has turned negative again. This observation comes despite the fact that rates are at multiyear highs while stocks have hit fresh records.
- Bank of Japan holds rates with hawkish guidance
The Bank of Japan maintained interest rates while issuing hawkish guidance. New forecasts indicate increased confidence in economic activity and inflation.
- House prices to slide as Iran war pushes up rates
The article states that house prices are expected to decline due to the Iran war causing an increase in interest rates.
- Fortescue’s Mark Barnaba on Iran, Rates and China
The article discusses Mark Barnaba, a figure associated with Fortescue, addressing topics related to Iran, interest rates, and China. However, no specific details or statements are provided in the content.
- Warsh Pledges Independence But Dodges Questions on Rates
Warsh has pledged to maintain independence but avoided answering questions regarding interest rates. The statement highlights a focus on autonomy while sidestepping economic policy details.