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Fed's rate cut could catapult mid-cap stocks over the S&P 500 as the top trade, strategists say
“Mid caps have seen better recent guidance and revision trends, have outperformed small caps on average in Downturn regimes… and serve as a hedge against fewer-than-expected Fed cuts, given small caps' rate sensitivity/ refinancing risk,” Hall wrote in a note to clients.
Fed should cut interest rates 'gradually,' Musalem says
St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank President Alberto Musalem on Friday said the U.S. central bank should cut interest rates "gradually" after what he called the "strong and clear message" of a half-point interest-rate cut last week,
Cooling Prices Clears Way For More Fed Rates Cuts
The latest personal consumption expenditures price index figures boost the chances of the Fed cutting rates over the coming months.
The Fed just cut interest rates. How will your finances be impacted?
The Federal Reserve's expected to cut rates this week, but will it make a difference to Americans? Here's what you need to know about a Fed rate cut.
How Low Might Mortgage Rates Go As The Fed Cuts Interest Rates?
Last November, the 30-year mortgage rate approached 8%. After the Federal Reserve cut interest rates on September 18, it’s approaching 6%.
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The Fed is finally about to cut interest rates. What took so long?
It’s a pivotal week for the US economy, with the Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates for the first time since 2020. The move would mark a major milestone both for the central bank’s long fight with inflation and for Americans battling a higher cost of living for the past two years.
The Fed Just Cut Interest Rates, And More Rate Cuts Are Coming
The Federal Reserve announced an interest rate policy decision to cut interest rates by 0.5% on September 18. This decision was accompanied by FOMC member forecasts.
Stock-market rally built on hopes for more big Fed rate cuts faces crucial test
Stock-market investors got what they wanted when the Federal Reserve delivered an extra-large September rate cut — the risk now is that strong jobs data in the week ahead could be too much of a good thing.
Stocks Rally for the Week on Fed Rate-Cut Optimism: Markets Wrap
US stocks gained for a third consecutive week — despite languishing on Friday — as investors were repeatedly reassured that the economy is cooling without falling off a cliff.
Homebuyers Are Coming Back To The Market After The Fed's Interest Rate Cut, Redfin Says
Homebuyers are finally returning to the housing market after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time in four years.
The Fed slashed interest rates last week, but Treasury yields are rising. What’s going on?
With its larger-than-normal cut last week, the Federal Reserve sent a clear message that interest rates are heading ...
Fed seen cutting rates another 50 bps in November
Traders added slightly to bets the Federal Reserve will deliver a second 50-basis-point interest rate cut in November after a ...
Richmond Fed president urges caution on interest rate cuts because inflation isn’t defeated
A Federal Reserve official says he supports reducing the central bank’s key interest rate somewhat from its current level.
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How Low Will Interest Rates Go? Powell Speech Monday Could Give Clues
Key Takeaways Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to give a speech next week that could shed light on the ...
Soft landing is 'a possibility' as interest rates fall, bank CFO says
With interest rates coming down, many experts are optimistic about a soft landing. John Woods, Vice Chair and CFO, Citizens ...
Forget falling interest rates. Some real-estate investors are more focused on the outcome of the November election.
Falling rates will benefit some bigger landlords, who can refinance floating-rate debt, but smaller real-estate investors ...
When will mortgage interest rates fall again? Watch these 3 dates
With so many factors driving mortgage interest rates, it's worth monitoring each day. But the following three dates could be ...