Category: rates

  • Small caps lose Trump bump as rising rates sap strength

    By Louis Krauskopf NEW YORK (Reuters) – As investors seek assets that will shine under a Donald Trump presidency, a corner of the U.S. stock market expected to benefit from Republican policies is faltering. Smaller US company stocks have come under pressure, with the small-cap Russell 2000 index last week…

  • US Inflation Data to Remain Firm, Feeding Fears of Higher Rates

    Breadcrumb links BMN Business Forecasters expect the monthly report on US consumer prices to show a fifth month of strong increases, strengthening the case for an extended pause in interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. Article writer: Bloomberg News Matthew Busler Posted on January 14, 2025 • 3 minutes…

  • West End retailers warn of shop closures as business rates surge

    Retailers in London’s West End have warned that new business rates reforms could lead to store closures and job losses, as the prime shopping district faces a collective £44.5 million rise in property bills next year. New West End, which represents 600 retail, hospitality and leisure businesses in the area,…

  • CD rates today, January 12, 2025 (up to 4.25% APY)

    Today’s interest rates on certificates of deposit (CD) are some of the highest we’ve seen in more than a decade thanks to several interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve. However, the Fed finally cut its interest rate target in September, so now may be your last chance to lock…

  • Ethereum Faces Crucial Test As Funding Rates Decline And $3K Level Looms

    Ethereum is undoubtedly under pressure despite the recent bull run in the broader cryptocurrency market as it struggles to make any significant upward move. Modern analysis Written by ShayanBTC, a contributor to the CryptoQuant QuickTake platform, highlights the key factors affecting Ethereum’s performance. In a post titled “Ethereum faces a…

  • Ethereum Faces Crucial Test As Funding Rates Decline And $3K Level Looms

    Ethereum is undoubtedly under pressure despite the recent bull run in the broader cryptocurrency market as it struggles to make any significant upward move. Modern analysis Written by ShayanBTC, a contributor to the CryptoQuant QuickTake platform, highlights the key factors affecting Ethereum’s performance. In a post titled “Ethereum faces a…

  • Bitcoin’s Funding Rates See Sharp Decrease, Is Market Activity Cooling Off?

    Recent declines in Bitcoin price It was followed by negative sentiment across several on-chain metrics that are crucial in determining its next course. With key metrics falling, there is speculation that the key asset could see an extended decline in its price. Market sentiment changes as Bitcoin funding prices fall…

  • Bitcoin’s Funding Rates See Sharp Decrease, Is Market Activity Cooling Off?

    Recent declines in Bitcoin price It was followed by negative sentiment across several on-chain metrics that are crucial in determining its next course. With key metrics falling, there is speculation that the key asset could see an extended decline in its price. Market sentiment changes as Bitcoin funding prices fall…

  • Bitcoin Blast? Trump’s Fury Over High Rates Signals Big Move

    This article is also available in Spanish. Bitcoin experts caused a stir when President-elect Donald Trump criticized the Federal Reserve’s current policy, calling interest rates “too high” despite ongoing inflationary pressures. “We inherit a difficult situation from the outgoing administration,” Trump said at his Mar-a-Lago club, adding that officials appear…

  • Bitcoin Blast? Trump’s Fury Over High Rates Signals Big Move

    This article is also available in Spanish. Bitcoin experts caused a stir when President-elect Donald Trump criticized the Federal Reserve’s current policy, calling interest rates “too high” despite ongoing inflationary pressures. “We inherit a difficult situation from the outgoing administration,” Trump said at his Mar-a-Lago club, adding that officials appear…

  • High Street closures set to surge in 2025 as business rates burden grows

    A record number of stores are expected to close their doors this year, with rising business rates cited as the latest blow for many retailers. According to new figures from the Center for Retail Research, store closures could reach 17,349 in 2025, surpassing the 17,145 recorded in 2022 when pandemic…

  • Ethereum Market Turns Optimistic: Funding Rates Hint At Potential $4K Comeback

    Amid the broader decline in the global cryptocurrency market, Ethereum has emerged as one of the major cryptocurrencies to be significantly affected. Although it had already underperformed in the recent uptrend, Ethereum has now seen a notable correction, falling below the $3,500 price level in recent weeks. While this price…

  • Some global property catastrophe reinsurance rates to fall 5% to 15% on Jan 1, broker says

    LONDON (Reuters) – Global property catastrophe reinsurance rates will fall by 5% to 15% on January 1 for the books of companies without losses, as the market becomes more competitive after… Years of high interest rates. . Reinsurance companies insure insurance companies, and they have raised prices and excluded some…

  • Savings interest rates today, December 29, 2024 (best accounts offering 4.35% APY)

    The Fed cut its interest rate target three times in late 2024, meaning savings rates will fall from historic highs. It’s important to make sure you get the best possible rate when shopping for a savings account. Here’s a breakdown of today’s savings interest rates and where to find the…

  • Direct Energy Regulated Services Announces Natural Gas Rates for January 2025

    Article content CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Direct Energy Regulators Services has announced default natural gas prices for January 2025. These prices will apply to customers who do not currently have a competitive supplier within ATCO Gas North and South service. regions. The method DERS uses to…