The Richmond Fed president said holding interest rates steady in March was the right move amid a long stretch of elevated uncertainty. ...

Americans are increasingly using personal loans to help manage their finances, according to a recent report from credit bureau Experian. As of 2025, a record 38% of consumers have at least one personal loan — up from 30.9% in 2017. Over that eight-year period, personal loan use has consistently risen. Personal loan balances are on the rise too. While not quite as high as they were two years ago, balances increased between 2024 and 2025 to an average of $19,333. “U.S. consumers continue to spend, based on ...

During this time of economic uncertainty, many Americans are worried about their job security and with that, whether they'll be able to save money or retire at all.On this episode of the Everybody’s Business podcast, @marthagimbel tells @svaneksmith and @chafkin why she still prefers to live in the US https://t.co/qSwm0RcP17 ...

>> NEWSMAKERS AND MARKET MOVERS. THIS IS "THE PULSE" WITH FRANCINE LACQUA. FRANCINE: WELCOME TO THE PULSE.IRAN IS PRESSING AHEAD WITH ATTACKS ACROSS THE GULF DESPITE DIPLOMATIC EFFORTS TO EASE TENSIONS. ISRAEL SAYS IT WILL NO LONGER A TARGET IRANIAN ENERGY SITES AFTER SPARKING MATTEL YOUR STRIPES AND REBUKE -- AFTER SPARKING RETALIATORY STRIKES AND REBUKE FROM PRESIDENT TRUMP. THE THREAT OF RISING PRICES HAS RESULTED IN ATTACKS ON MIDDLE EASTERN ENERGY SITES -- THE FED, THE ECB I'M AT THE BANK OF ENGLAND AN ...

During this time of economic uncertainty, many Americans are worried about their job security and with that, whether they'll be able to save money or retire at all.On this episode of the Everybody’s Business podcast, @marthagimbel tells @svaneksmith and @chafkin why she still prefers to live in the US https://t.co/qSwm0RcP17 ...

The Federal Reserve has announced it is keeping interest rates on hold. This is the second consecutive time the board voted to leave rates unchanged after three straight cuts. The decision comes as the Fed tries to navigate waves of economic uncertainty.First, the impact of the war with Iran. The conflict has already caused crude oil, gas, jet fuel, and home heating oil prices to sore. Another factor is the future of tariffs.This is the first interest rate decision since the Supreme Court struck down many o ...

Just moments ago, the Federal Reserve announced it is keeping interest rates on hold. This is the second consecutive time the board voted to leave rates unchanged after three straight cuts. That decision comes as the Fed tries to navigate waves of economic uncertainty.>> First, the impact of the war with Iran. The conflict has already caused crude oil, gas, jet fuel, and home heating oil prices to sore. Another factor, the future of tariffs.This is the first interest rate decision since the Supreme Court st ...

Canadian home prices dropped in February as lingering economic uncertainty forced sellers to offer bigger discounts to reluctant buyers https://t.co/sGj2aTo9IL ...

Many clients worry that future policy changes could weaken their retirement plans. But those concerns are not always making their way into conversations with financial advisors. That disconnect could leave clients anxious about political and economic headlines without fully understanding how those developments actually affect their financial plans, according to new research from Jackson Financial conducted with the Center for Retirement Research. The study surveyed over 1,400 investors ages 45 to 79 wit ...

Concerns about the Iran war and fears of slowing U.S. economic growth have contributed significantly to market volatility, leaving many people worried about how they can keep money safe with all this uncertainty. So I checked in with several financial advisors to learn what they're recommending doing now. Here's what they told me: First, review the time frame you've set to reach your financial goals to determine the savings and investment options that are currently best for you.Double check the equity expos ...