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Bitcoin Eyes $120K in July Thanks To Weak U.S. Jobs Data

Bitcoin (BTC) is poised for a potential surge to $120,000 by the end of July 2025, driven by institutional interest and the possibility of Federal Reserve rate cuts following disappointing U.S. employment data. Bitcoin Price ... more
Bitcoin Slides on Soft Inflation Data: BTC, XRP Prices Under Pressure

Bitcoin prices edged lower on Wednesday, reacting to weaker-than-expected U.S. wholesale inflation data and a broader risk-off mood in financial markets. The world's largest cryptocurrency briefly slipped below $102,000 USD, continuing a recent pattern of ... more
Today’s mortgage rates rise slightly: What homebuyers need to know for May 7

Mortgage rates are edging upward again, adding pressure for homebuyers navigating a difficult spring market. Economic uncertainty, inflation concerns, and trade tensions are keeping rates volatile—and today's numbers reflect that. According to the latest data: ... more
Bitcoin price tops $97K in Tuesday night surge

Bitcoin (BTC) is on a tear tonight, surging to 97,388 as of Tuesday evening at 8:30 PM ET. This latest rally comes amid heightened anticipation around Tuesday’s Federal Reserve FOMC interest rate decision, which many ... more
Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed climbs to 6.70%

Mortgage rates increased across most term lengths today, according to new data from Zillow. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose by nine basis points to 6.70%, while the 15-year fixed rate climbed five basis ... more
CD rates today: Best yields for May 2, 2025

As of May 2, 2025, certificate of deposit (CD) rates remain competitive, although they have cooled from 2024 highs. After three Federal Reserve interest rate cuts last year, today's CD rates are stabilizing. Savers still ... more
Treasury yields steady as weak jobs data heightens focus on payrolls report

U.S. Treasury yields were steady Thursday despite mixed economic signals that raised concerns about growth and inflation ahead of Friday’s highly anticipated jobs report. The benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield edged up by more than ... more
What Happens to Bitcoin When the Fed Cuts Interest Rates?

As Bitcoin continues to trend upward in early-week trading, a growing chorus of investors is turning its attention to the U.S. Federal Reserve and the possibility of interest rate cuts this summer. The relationship between ... more
Trump Team Eyes Firing Fed Chair Powell

President Trump’s top economic adviser revealed Friday that the White House is exploring whether it can legally fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, according to reporters at the White House. Trump, frustrated by Powell’s refusal ... more
Powell: Fed Holding Steady Amid Tariff Turmoil

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled Wednesday that the central bank won’t rush to cut interest rates, saying it needs “greater clarity” on the economic impact of President Trump’s sweeping tariffs, according to USA TODAY ... more
Supporting Small Businesses: U.S. Entrepreneurs Face Challenges

On March 24, 2025, Federal Reserve Governor Michael S. Barr delivered a speech at The Aspen Institute in Washington, D.C., focusing on the vital role of small businesses in the U.S. economy. He addressed the ... more
Latino Entrepreneurs and the U.S. Economy: Key Insights from the Fed

On March 25, 2025, Federal Reserve Governor Adriana D. Kugler addressed the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C. In her speech, she highlighted the entrepreneurial spirit of Latinos, their critical contributions ... more
U.S. economy braces for stagflation: Inflation, Federal Reserve, and policy uncertain

Concerns over stagflation—the toxic combination of high inflation and sluggish economic growth—are rising as the Federal Reserve warns of worsening economic conditions. While not yet mirroring the economic turmoil of the 1970s, experts caution that ... more
Federal Reserve hold interest rates steady, maintains forecast for two cuts in 2025

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, signaling caution amid economic uncertainty and inflation concerns. Officials reaffirmed their plan for two rate cuts in 2025, despite challenges from President Donald Trump’s escalating trade ... more
Federal Reserve Poised for First Rate Cut in Four Years

Federal Reserve officials are likely to signal the first interest rate cut in four years on Wednesday, as they near the end of a two-year battle against inflation. This potential shift could reduce borrowing costs ... more
Federal Reserve discusses interest rate increases privately

On Monday the Federal Reserve board met to privately discuss the topic of interest rates in relation to inflation. Many are expecting interest rates to increase greatly to help fight the incredible rate of inflation ... more