Asian markets are mixed and oil is steady after Wall Street hits records

Shares were mixed in Asia on Monday after U.S. stocks set more records, powered by strong profits for major companies. Oil prices held steady after U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. would help ships leave the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday. Iran has rejected the plan, but Trump also said talks with Iran … Read more

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as Chair Powell’s term nears end

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as Chair Powell’s term nears end – CBS News Watch CBS News The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady on Wednesday as the U.S. economy continues to grapple with rising inflation. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O’Grady has more. Source link

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady for third straight meeting

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday left its benchmark interest rate unchanged, marking the central bank’s third consecutive pause in 2026. The decision comes as the U.S. economy grapples with rising inflation due to the Iran war and fitful job growth. The Fed maintained the federal funds rate — what banks charge each other for short-term loans — in … Read more

Interest rates expected to hold steady at Fed meeting likely to be Powell’s last as chair

The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady Wednesday, at what is likely to be Chair Jerome Powell’s last policy meeting as the leader of the world’s most influential central bank. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Last week, a clear path opened up … Read more

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday left its benchmark interest rate unchanged, marking the central bank’s second consecutive pause in 2026.  The Fed maintained the federal funds rate — what banks charge each other for short-term loans — in its current range of 3.5% to 3.75%. The decision to keep rates steady was widely expected by … Read more

Does gold investing make sense if inflation is steady? 3 things to consider now

Steady (but low) inflation could be causing gold investors to reconsider their approach now. Andriy Onufriyenko/Getty Images An eagerly awaited inflation report released Wednesday may not have revealed the result investors were hoping for.  Inflation in February remained identical to what it was in January, with the rate staying put at 2.4%. While that’s still … Read more