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Interest Rates

A collection of 4 posts

Preparing for Fall (And a Falling Rate Environment)

Preparing for Fall (And a Falling Rate Environment)

For many people, autumn is an enjoyable time of transition. I look forward to a lot of familiar facets of fall, like the cooler weather, the start of football season, major league baseball post-season and the kids returning to school, to name a few. But as the new season approaches,

The Fed's Dilemma

Money Management

The Fed's Dilemma

For anyone who follows economic or political news, the Federal Reserve and Fed Chair Jerome Powell have been in the headlines a lot more than any time in recent memory. After cutting rates by 100 basis points in 2024, the Federal Reserve has kept rates steady so far this year.

Interest Rate Cycles: What They Are and Why They Matter

Money Management

Interest Rate Cycles: What They Are and Why They Matter

Interest rates are more than just numbers that affect your mortgage or savings account — they’re a powerful lever used to manage the entire economy. If you’ve noticed headlines about central banks “hiking” or “cutting” interest rates, you’re witnessing part of a broader economic phenomenon known as the

A Look Ahead: Rate Expectations

Money Management

A Look Ahead: Rate Expectations

The market widely expects the Federal Reserve to begin cutting rates in September of this year, but the big question is, how much will they cut? Right now, Fed Fund Futures is pricing in a 100 percent chance of at least a 25 basis point (bp) reduction, and a 59