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Find the latest news and commentary on the Federal Reserve, meeting notes and board members. At the latest Fed meeting, the panel voted to raise its benchmark interest rate to a target range between 1.5% and 1.75%.
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Aug 01, 2018
Read More The Federal Reserve isn’t raising rates yet, but you should still take action — here’s how
While the Fed punted on a hike, rates in the long term are only going in one direction: up.
7 benefits of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike
Jul 30, 2018
Fed rate hike: Are you a winner or a loser?
Jun 13, 2018
Latest Articles
- Aug 01, 2018
The Federal Reserve isn’t raising rates yet, but you should still take action — here’s how
While the Fed punted on a hike, rates in the long term are only going in one direction: up.
- Jul 30, 2018
7 benefits of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike
The Fed has hiked rates twice this year, and more could be on the way. Here’s how it could benefit you.
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Jul 30, 20187 ways the Fed’s decisions on interest rates affect you
When the Fed raises rates, you feel it. See how rate hikes affect your money.
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Jul 30, 20185 reasons retirees love Fed rate hikes
The promise of better returns on savings is just the beginning.
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Jul 30, 20184 ways savers should deal with rising interest rates
As interest rates increase, here’s how you can maximize your savings.
- Jun 13, 2018
Fed rate hike: Are you a winner or a loser?
See if the latest interest rate hike hurts or helps your finances.
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May 01, 2018What does it mean for the Federal Reserve to go back to normal?
The suddenly hawkish Fed faces a new challenge — one for which there is no playbook.
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Apr 19, 2018TIPS and inflation: What you need to know
Inflation is returning, so you may wonder if TIPS are right for your portfolio.
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Apr 06, 2018The Fed’s balance sheet is shrinking. How does it affect you?
Beware of turbulence as the Fed unloads trillions of dollars in bonds.
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Mar 29, 2018Rates are rising. Should you rotate out of bonds and into CDs?
Rising interest rates can change the calculus for bond and CD investors.