Futures inch up as investors brace for Fed's first rate cut in four years
U.S. stock index futures were marginally higher on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve was widely expected to deliver its first interest rate cut in more than four years, with most investors betting on a 50-basis point reduction.
U.S. Stock Futures Rise; Fed Rate Decision Looms
U.S. stock index futures saw slight gains Wednesday, anticipating the Federal Reserve's first interest rate cut in over four years. Investors largely expect a 50-basis point reduction, though uncertainty remains.
Nymex Overview: Petroleum Futures Higher Following Federal Reserve Rate Cut -- OPIS
Petroleum futures were higher after the Federal Reserve's interest-rate cut raised hopes for global economic growth. The Nymex November West Texas Intermediate crude contract was up by $1.20 to $71.10/bbl on Thursday and the October WTI contract was $1.10 higher at $72/bbl.
Federal officials to cut interest rates by half-percent. What it means for Kentuckians
The Federal Reserve moving ahead with its first rate cut in four years on Wednesday, lowering its key interest rate by a hefty half percentage point. With the slowing labor market posing a growing risk to economic expansion,
Jerome Powell says the Fed can cut rates but it can’t fix the housing crisis
This is not something that the Fed can really fix,” he said after delivering a historic rate cut.
Fed cut interest rates for first time in 4 years. See how much and what that means
The Federal Reserve lowered its key interest rate by a hefty half percentage point Wednesday, moving ahead with its first rate cut in four years.
The Fed rate cut affects the US dollar. Should international travelers worry?
Because the rate cut has been forecast for so long, it's largely already been priced into the value of the dollar in international markets. “Exchange rates tend to adjust when a
Mortgage rates drop to lowest since early February 2023 after Fed’s jumbo interest rate cut
Mortgage rates continued to decline this week, taking a little more pressure off America’s tight housing market as the Federal Reserve ramps up its efforts to keep the economy on an even keel.
How low could mortgage rates go now that the Fed has finally started cutting? Economists weigh in.
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it was cutting interest rates for the first time in four years. How far will mortgage rates fall from here on out? Not so much, economists say. The central bank announced a 50-basis-point cut to its benchmark rate,
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Political Event Contract Update: Previewing Tomorrow’s Kalshi v. CFTC Appellate Court Hearing
As we have previously noted, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) continues to face legal challenges to its ...
Nymex Overview: Gasoline Leads Petroleum Futures Complex Lower -- OPIS
Declines in distillate futures were about half those for gasoline. The Nymex October ULSD contract was 1.12cts lower at $2.1608/gal and the November contract was down by 1.05cts to $2.1719/gal. Diesel ...
How to Invest in Bitcoin Futures ETF (BITO)
BITO ETF offers a way to invest in Bitcoin-linked derivatives without direct cryptocurrency ownership. You can gain exposure ...
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SynFutures Launches Futures Trading For Trump vs Harris Polymarket Bet
SynFutures, a decentralized derivatives trading platform, recently announced its new trading options tied to the Trump vs ...
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Ex-Liverpool star believes Arne Slot has handled contract situation of Reds trio perfectly
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Cboe to Launch New Cboe S&P 500 Variance Futures on Monday, September 23
CHICAGO, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), the world's leading derivatives and ...
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DCE PP futures for Jan closes 0.25% higher
PP futures for Jan, 2025, the most actively traded contract, opens at 7345yuan/mt and fluctuates to close at 7303yuan/mt, up 18 or 0.25% from the previous settlement. The open interest increases 31271 ...
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Futures File: Corn prices, don’t call it a comeback
For the second week in a row, corn prices were positive on the week, leading some to speculate that the lows may be in.
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UXLINK Surges Over 100% amid Binance Futures Listing
While the broader crypto market recently recorded a downturn, UXLINK token extended its weekly price gains to 102%.
Crude oil prices today: WTI prices are up 0.90% today
WTI futures traded around $70.30 per barrel, as of 9 a.m. ET. That’s an increase of 0.90% in the last 24 hours.