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Fed will cut once before presidential election, says Howard Lutnick
Cantor Fitzgerald’s chief executive predicts the central bank will “show off a little bit” just before voters head to the polls.
Distressed investors finding opportunities despite bull market, strong economy
"Interest rates have skyrocketed in the last 24 months and because of that, you're seeing more and more distress,” said one fund manager.
Advisors weigh PE allocations in face of rising rates
If the typical PE firm employs leverage and the cost of borrowing rises, it would make sense that higher interest rates would cut into its returns.
Morgan Stanley economist says Fed will cut in June
Ellen Zentner says May will be too soon but June should be right.
Two-thirds of US savers are leaving interest on the table
Despite the proliferation of high-yield savings accounts online, Bankrate survey reveals most Americans are earning less than 4%.
Fed can’t cut until it’s sure of inflation win, Powell says
The chair of the Federal Reserve tells lawmakers the central bank will lower rates 'at some point this year.'
When will the Fed start cutting?
Advisors give their take on the path ahead as central bank reveals its latest interest-rate decision.
Drop in RIA M&A in 2023 likely to be blip in upward trend
'I don’t see this as a harbinger for continuing decline,' an RIA M&A consultant says. 'Instead, I see this as a short-term plateau.'
Fed opens the door to rate cuts
After a relentless stock rally, central bank makes its final policy announcement of 2023.
Another worrisome conflict of interest emerges
With interest rates rising, it's more challenging to make the case for clients having a mortgage or other collateralized loan.
Fed reveals latest rate decision, signals one more hike this year
Updated projections show that 12 of 19 officials favor another rate hike this year and that Fed officials also see less easing next year.
How options traders are prepping for ‘higher for longer’ rates
Traders are seeking protection from higher rates ahead of the Fed's latest decision.
Boston Fed president says they ‘may have more to do’ to beat down inflation
Susan Collins said she is surprised the economy has remained so resilient.
Grantham: ‘Fed almost guaranteed to be wrong’ on recession
Veteran investor Jeremey Grantham says the central bank is kidding itself if it thinks the economy will stay positive.
Ray Dalio says policymakers may be forced to raise taxes if Fed hikes fail
The multibillionaire founder and CIO of Bridgewater Associates says the Great Wealth Transfer is why the Fed's inflation levers aren’t working as expected.
Advisors tilt toward ETFs, growth stocks and investment-grade bonds: Fidelity
Advisors hail traditional benefits of ETFs while trend toward aggressive equity exposure shows how 'soft landing has replaced recession.'
Inflation data fuel markets but economists remain cautious
PCE inflation data is at its lowest level in two years, but is that enough to stop the Fed from raising interest rates?
Advisors roll with the Fed’s well-telegraphed monetary policy move
The June pause in the rate-hike cycle has introduced the possibility of another pause in September, but most advisors see rates higher for longer.
Fed set to hike rates to 22-year high today, experts give their views
The Federal Reserve will make the announcement at 2 p.m. ET and markets are expecting another increase.
Rising assets, rates stabilize wealth management at Wells Fargo
Along with net interest income, the bank’s total client assets also grew.
