Federal Reserve raises rates amid stronger inflation, drops crisis-era guidance
The Fed has raised rates seven times since late 2015 on the back of the economy`s continuing expansion and solid job growth, rendering the language of its previous policy statements outdated.
Jun 14, 2018, 10:51 AM IST
US Fed raises key interest rate amid strong labor market
The US Federal Reserve has raised the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points.
Dec 14, 2017, 09:02 AM IST
US Fed opens policy meeting; interest rate hike likely
It would be the third rate hike this year, and possibly the final time Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen presides over a policy move since President Donald Trump has opted to replace her in February.
Dec 13, 2017, 00:17 AM IST
Nifty gains for 5th staright day on bouts of value buying
Selling in pharma, metal and private bank stocks capped the gains as investors turned cautious on expectations of likely continuity in Fed rate hike and rising oil prices.
Nov 22, 2017, 18:50 PM IST
US Fed raises rates, unveils balance sheet cuts in sign of confidence
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday for the second time in three months and said it would begin cutting its holdings of bonds and other securities this year, signalling its confidence in a growing US economy and strengthening job market.
Jun 15, 2017, 10:00 AM IST
US Fed hikes key rate to 1.0-1.25%, gives details on balance sheet reduction
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday for the second time in three months, citing continued U.S. economic growth and job market strength, and announced it would begin cutting its holdings of bonds and other securities this year.
Jun 14, 2017, 23:46 PM IST
HDFC gets RBI nod to raise Rs 3,000 crore more in masala bonds
Having already exhausted a Rs 5,000 crore limit to issue 'masala bonds', mortgage major HDFC on Saturday said the Reserve Bank has granted it permission to raise another Rs 3,000 crore from the newly emerging route.
Dec 17, 2016, 17:57 PM IST
Indian markets very well cushioned to bear Fed rate hike impact: CEA
India is "very well cushioned" to absorb the impact of the US Federal rate hike and the currency market will stabilise after witnessing the initial ripples, the Finance Ministry said Thursday.
Dec 15, 2016, 20:08 PM IST
Chinese yuan at 8-year low after US Fed raises key interest rate
China's currency renminbi today fell to an eight-year low against the US dollar over fears of capital outflows and the communist giant's main stock exchange closed lower after the US Federal Reserve's move to raise the benchmark interest rate for the first time this year.
Dec 15, 2016, 19:21 PM IST
What the US Fed rate hike really means for emerging markets
The interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve reflects a strengthening US economy that will benefit emerging market economies but also make them vulnerable to volatile capital flows, Moody's Investors Service said today.
Dec 15, 2016, 13:21 PM IST
US Federal Reserve raises rates, sees faster pace of increases in 2017
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter point on Wednesday and signalled a faster pace of increases in 2017 as the Trump administration takes over with promises to boost growth through tax cuts, spending and deregulation.
Dec 15, 2016, 00:44 AM IST
Fed's primal divide: Is economy overheating or stuck in a rut?
Investors may be expecting a US interest rate increase in December, but Federal Reserve policymakers remain divided over whether the economy is mired in a rut, strong enough to withstand an immediate hike or hovering somewhere in between.
Sep 29, 2016, 11:44 AM IST
Today's Federal Reserve meeting: What to expect
The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged on Wednesday amid tepid inflation and recent weak economic data, but could signal an increased likelihood of a hike by the end of the year.
Sep 21, 2016, 13:43 PM IST
Gold price inches down on steady dollar, Fed rate hike remains on cards
Gold edged lower early on Monday as the dollar strengthened after hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen left the door open for a US interest hike as early as next month.
Aug 29, 2016, 09:24 AM IST
Asian shares edge up as soft U.S. GDP cuts Fed rate hike bets
Asian shares ticked up slightly on Monday after disappointing U.S. economic growth data reduced expectations of a rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve in the next few months.
Aug 01, 2016, 08:11 AM IST
Inflation to keep RBI guarded on rate cut: Ind-Ra
New Delhi: Retail inflation, aggravated by food prices and a sharp recovery in global commodities, will keep RBI guarded on rate cut as it strives to contain the rise in prices to 5 percent by March 2017, Ind-Ra said on Monday.
Jun 13, 2016, 18:37 PM IST
Janet Yellen says Fed rate hike likely appropriate in coming months
The Federal Reserve should raise interest rates "in the coming months" if the economy picks up as expected and jobs continue to be generated, U.S. central bank chief Janet Yellen said on Friday, bolstering the case for a rate increase in June or July.
May 28, 2016, 21:20 PM IST
Sensex falls for 4th day on Fed rate hike caution
Stocks kept a low profile for the fourth day as the Sensex fell over 71 points to a two-week low following sustained foreign outflows on caution ahead of a likely US rate hike in June and weakness across global markets due to subdued commodity prices.
May 23, 2016, 17:38 PM IST
RBI's Financial Stability Report: Key highlights
Know about the key highlights of RBI's Financial Stability Report...
Dec 23, 2015, 18:19 PM IST
Confident and clear, Yellen says rate path will be well signalled
The unanimous backing Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen got for the Fed`s first rate hike since the financial crisis let her deliver a clear message: Don`t expect further rate hikes for a while, and when we are ready, we`ll tell you.
Dec 17, 2015, 14:54 PM IST
