Extent of further rate cuts 'remains to be seen'

Fed's Schmid: extent of further rate cuts 'remains to be seen'
Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Jeffrey Schmid on Wednesday said the U.S. central bank's interest-rate cuts to date acknowledge its growing confidence that inflation is headed down, but gave no steer on how many more rate cuts he feels may be appropriate.
Fed cuts interest rates a second time but economists say 2025 outlook uncertain
Many economists still expect another quarter-point cut ahead in December. But expect more debate on the Fed's path in 2025.
Next Fed rate cut could be 'least justified one in modern history': Leuthold Group
Forget the "Fed put." These days, it's starting to seem like the Federal Reserve has been working on a new derivative: the Fed call. That's according to Doug Ramsey, chief investment officer and portfolio manager at the Leuthold Group.
Fed should proceed 'with caution' on rate cuts, Logan says
The U.S. central bank should proceed cautiously on further interest rate cuts to keep from inadvertently reigniting inflation, Dallas Federal Reserve President Lorie Logan said on Wednesday. After having made "a great deal of progress" in bringing down inflation from 40-year highs,
Keep Your Eyes On The 10-Year Treasury While The Fed Continues Rate Cuts
Rising US debt and economic headwinds suggest that further rate cuts may not effectively lower Treasury rates or other loan rates. Read my analysis here.
The Fed Cut Interest Rates In November, And More Rate Cuts Are Coming
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25% on November 7. More interest rate cuts are likely through the end of 2026.
Why Fed Rate Cuts Aren't a Cure-All for High Mortgage Rates
On Nov. 7, the Federal Reserve implemented a 0.25% reduction to the federal funds rate, its second cut in over four years. Prospective homebuyers are eager for a silver lining in the housing market. But experts don't anticipate dramatically lower rates before the end of the year.
What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates
Mortgage rates, in particular, surged last year to their highest level since 2000 but have since come down alongside inflation. But it's been a bumpy ride back to the bottom in recent weeks. What, then, does this latest Fed rate cut mean for mortgage interest rates? That's what we'll break down below.
Fed’s Schmid Says Uncertain About How Far Rates Should Fall
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President Jeff Schmid on Wednesday sounded a note of caution about how much more the US central bank will need to lower interest rates.
Kansas City Fed's Schmid says 'remains to be seen' how much further interest rates fall
Kansas City Federal Reserve President Jeffrey Schmid on Wednesday said the extent to which interest rates will fall is uncertain. Read more here.
What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates
The Federal Reserve issued another cut to the federal funds rate this week. Here's what it could mean for HELOC rates.
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Fed officials wary of inflation risks as they weigh more rate cuts
said "it remains to be seen how much further interest rates will decline or where they might eventually settle." The Fed ...
Wall Street edges higher after inflation data keeps Fed rate-cut hopes intact
The consumer price index rose 0.2% in October for the fourth straight month, and advanced 2.6% on an annual basis.
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The Fed Just Cut Interest Rates Again. Should You Sign a Mortgage ASAP?
The Fed has lowered its benchmark interest rate twice this year, with its most recent rate cut in November. While ...
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Fed's Kashkari Warns Of December Interest Rate Pause Risk: 'Surprises To The Upside'
Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said Tuesday the Federal Reserve could hold off on an interest rate cut in ...
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Why You Should Care About the Fed's Interest Rate Decision Today
When inflation is high and the economy is in overdrive, the Fed tries to pump the brakes by discouraging borrowing. It does ...