Thirty-year mortgage rates hit a one-month high today. Currently, the average interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage ...

The central bank cut rates at its three previous meetings in an effort to support the job market. But with inflation still ...

Floating-rate funds can provide income investors with diversification and some protection from interest rate risk. They can ...

The economy is not as strong as it could be and requires increased activity.

After weighing a slightly lower unemployment rate with small increases in inflation in December, the Federal Reserve on Wednesday decided to leave its key overnight lending rate untouched. That ...

The reinvestment rate is key for fixed-income investments. Find out how it works, with examples and risks to consider for better financial decision-making.

As the Federal Reserve decides its federal funds rate, here’s how it ripples through the economy and influences your finances.

It wasn't that long ago when the average mortgage interest rate was comfortably over 7%. In August 2023, for example, the average rate on a conventional 30-year term was 7.31%, marking the highest ...

The first step, consumer finance experts say, is to ask your card issuer to reduce the rate. And with average balances now $6,500, consider using your tax refund to put a dent in the debt.

Mortgage interest rates remain volatile, and for homebuyers, a mortgage rate lock could mean paying thousands of dollars less over the life of a loan. While timing plays a role in securing the lowest ...