Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston President Susan Collins advocates for continued interest rate cuts this year to bolster the labor market while ensuring inflation remains controlled [1][2]. Interest Rate Policy - Collins suggests that even with additional easing, monetary policy would still be mildly restrictive, which is necessary for inflation to decline as tariff effects dissipate [2]. - Investors are anticipating a rate cut at the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, marking the second reduction of the year after a quarter-point cut in September, bringing the target range to 4% to 4.25% [3]. Labor Market Insights - Collins notes the difficulty in determining whether the recent decline in hiring is due to reduced labor demand or a decrease in worker supply, particularly from slowed immigration [4]. - The monthly job growth required to maintain a stable unemployment rate is now estimated at 40,000, down from 80,000 pre-pandemic levels [4]. - A modest increase in the unemployment rate is expected this year and early 2026, but hiring is anticipated to improve as uncertainties regarding tariffs and the economy diminish [5]. Future Rate Outlook - Collins emphasizes that the policy path is not predetermined, indicating a possibility of holding interest rates steady after further easing, potentially by another 25 basis points [7].

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Group 1 - The Federal Reserve's anticipated policy of lowering interest rates presents challenges for the non-bank sector involved in venture lending to companies [1] - The risks associated with this monetary policy are considered to be relatively low, particularly for financially solid companies [1]

The dollar index (DXY00) on Wednesday extended this week's rally and rose by +0.32% to a 1.75-month high.  Political uncertainty in France and Japan is undercutting the euro and yen, respectively, to the benefit of the dollar.  The dollar added to its gains Wednesday afternoon due to the hawkish minutes of the September 16-17 FOMC meeting.  Strength in stocks on Wednesday reduced liquidity demand and limited gains in the dollar. The ongoing shutdown of the US government is bearish for the dollar as the sh ...

New Zealand’s dollar and bond yields dropped after the central bank surprised the market with a larger-than-usual interest rate cut and signaled more reductions https://t.co/MIaJOIYnmo ...

New Bank of Thailand Governor Vitai Ratanakorn is likely to preside over the country’s fourth interest rate cut this year, aiming to revive an economy struggling with a strong baht and falling consumer prices https://t.co/4T5S2Scgn7 ...

Market Overview - Jim Cramer discussed various market events, focusing on corporate earnings, interest rates, and market expectations [1] - The recent rally in the market has been largely driven by expectations of further interest rate cuts, but comments from Federal Open Market Committee member Austan Goolsbee indicated that the current economic strength may not justify such cuts [2][3] Corporate Earnings - Levi Strauss & Co. is highlighted as a stock to watch, with Cramer optimistic about its upcoming earnings, noting its reliability despite tariffs and a recent 52-week high [7] - The company reported a 9% organic sales growth in its last quarter, exceeding estimates, and management raised their full-year forecast [7] - Delta Air Lines is considered a tough stock to own, with a recent guidance cut due to reduced consumer and corporate confidence, impacting its revenue growth forecast from 8% to 4% [8][10][11] Hedge Fund Sentiment - A list of 7 stocks discussed by Cramer includes insights into hedge fund sentiment, indicating that these stocks are of interest to institutional investors [5][6]

Today’s CD rates still hover well above the national average. The Federal Reserve reduced its target interest rate three times in 2024 and recently announced its first rate cut of 2025. This has a ripple effect on deposit account rates, which means now could be your last chance to lock in today's high rates with a certificate of deposit (CD). Here’s a look at today’s best CD rates and where you can find the best offers. Best CD rates today As of October 6, 2025, the the highest CD rate is 4.4% APY. This ...

BNB, the token that powers the BNB Chain and is used for fee discounts on Binance, rallied over 4% in the last 24-hour period, pushing past $1,200 and touching an intraday high of $1,223. The move was fueled by sharp volume spikes, renewed institutional interest, and rising network activity. The rally aligned with BNB Chain reclaiming its spot as the most-used blockchain by active addresses. In September, it logged 52.5 million active addresses, surpassing Solana for the first time since August, accord ...

Core Insights - Hong Kong property sales in September experienced an increase in both the number of transactions and total value, driven by easing interest rates and a recovering stock market [1][2][3] Sales Performance - The total number of property deals, including new and lived-in homes, office spaces, shops, car parking slots, and industrial units, rose by 6.2% month-on-month to 6,862 units in September, with the total value increasing by 14% to HK$54.35 billion (approximately US$6.98 billion) [2] - Ricacorp Properties projected that property sales in September would reach 6,883 transactions, with the value of deals increasing by 13% to HK$54.5 billion [4] Market Sentiment - The easing of interest rates and the rise of the Hang Seng Index to a four-year high contributed to improved sentiment in the property market, alongside relaxed investment immigration requirements [3][5] - The rebound in property sales indicates a stabilization in the local market, with lived-in home prices increasing by 1.26% since April and home rents rising by 1.12%, marking the largest increment in 14 months [5] Interest Rate Impact - Following a 25-basis point rate cut by the US Federal Reserve, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority also reduced the prime lending rates by 12.5 basis points for major banks [6] Stock Market Correlation - The stock market saw a 220% increase in funds raised from new share sales, reinforcing its position in global initial public offering rankings, which is correlated with local property sales despite a typical lag [7] - Affluent buyers have begun reallocating profits from the stock market into luxury home purchases [7]