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Fed Rate Cuts Still on Hold
The Kiplinger Letter With inflation stubbornly elevated, the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates high for now.
By David Payne Published
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Jobs Growth Slows in April: What the Experts Are Saying
Jobs Report Slower jobs growth and easing wage pressures are good news for rate cuts.
By Dan Burrows Published
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?
The last several years have been confusing for potential home buyers. Here are four key questions you can ask yourself to help decide if you’re ready.
By Julia Pham, CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® Last updated
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Fed Holds Rates Steady at 23-Year High: What the Experts Are Saying
Federal Reserve The Federal Reserve struck a dovish pose even as it kept interest rates unchanged for a sixth straight meeting.
By Dan Burrows Published
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Will Savings Rates Keep Going Up in 2024?
As savings rates begin to fall, consider locking in rates while they're still high.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market Misery
Mortgages Current mortgage rates and payments continue to rise resulting in buyer demand stalling and housing sentiment at low levels.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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How to Benefit from Rising Interest Rates
Financial Planning Savers will get the best rates from top-yielding savings and money market deposit accounts at online banks.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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7 Best Low-Volatility Stocks to Buy
stocks One way for investors to hedge during broad-market downturns is with low-volatility stocks. Here are seven to consider.
By Kyle Woodley Last updated
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Best Defensive Stocks to Buy Now
Investors are concerned about interest rates and the economy, but these best defensive stocks have risk-averse traits that can help calm those fears.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA Last updated