interest rates

US Fed Holds Rates Steady at 3.50%-3.75%, Inflation Risks Loom

US Fed holds rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, citing inflation risks and global uncertainties, with cautious outlook on future cuts.

2 months ago

2026 Feels Different — Why Malaysians Should Think Twice Before Taking on Big Debt

In 2026, Malaysians face mounting economic uncertainty, prompting a reevaluation of mortgages and a shift toward safe assets like gold,…

3 months ago

Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals Balanced Risks as Dollar Weakness Supports Ringgit Outlook

The US Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged, citing balanced inflation and labour risks, while dollar weakness offers room for ringgit…

3 months ago

US Economy: Fragile Second Half as Tariffs, Tight Labor, and Policy Risks Weigh on Growth

UOB expects the US economy to weaken in 2H25 as tariffs resume, labor tightens, and political risks cloud Fed independence.

6 months ago

Gold Breaks $4,000 Barrier for First Time as Investors Seek Safety Amid Global Uncertainty

Gold prices hit a record high above $4,000 per ounce as geopolitical tensions and rate-cut expectations drive safe-haven demand.

7 months ago

Trump Moves to Oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook, Sparks Legal Showdown

Trump moves to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud; Cook rejects authority, vows legal fight, markets react…

8 months ago

ECB cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.65%

The ECB lowered interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.65%, the lowest since January 2023, amid sluggish growth and…

1 year ago

Fed’s next interest rate move in focus

The FBM KLCI is set to trade positively today, buoyed by Wall Street's gains and local institutional support despite foreign…

1 year ago

New: Bank Negara keeps key rate at 3.00 per cent

Malaysia’s central bank kept its rate at 3.00%, citing strong growth and stable inflation, with no hikes expected until 2026.

1 year ago

Top World Business News: Federal Reserve Interest Rate Decision

The Federal Reserve’s upcoming decision on interest rates is crucial, potentially influencing global markets, inflation, and economic growth, with rate…

2 years ago

OPR to remain at 3.00%: Experts now say

Experts expect that the OPR will be unchanged at 3.00% and that the accompanying rhetoric will significantly impact the ringgit.

2 years ago

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