Interest Rates
News, insights and expert analysis on interest rates from the team at Kiplinger.
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The December CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Fed's Next Move
The December CPI report came in lighter than expected, but housing costs remain an overhang.
By Karee Venema
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How to Earn a Fistful of Interest on Your Cash in 2026
Is your cash earning very little interest? With rates dropping below 4%, now is the time to lock in your cash strategy. Just watch out for the tax implications.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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When Is the Next Jobs Report?
Jobs Slower hiring and a rising unemployment rate make the outlook for interest rates uncertain.
By Dan Burrows
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With the Fed Rate Cut, Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait?
Interest rates are starting to come down as the Federal Reserve shifts course. Is it time to think about selling your house?
By Carla Ayers
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The November CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for Rising Prices
The November CPI report came in lighter than expected, but the delayed data give an incomplete picture of inflation, say economists.
By Karee Venema
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Fed's Rate Cuts Could Have Impacts You Might Not Anticipate
Understanding how lower interest rates could impact your wallet can help you determine the right financial moves to make.
By Alex Astin, MBA, CEP®, IAR
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December Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The December Fed meeting is one of the last key economic events of 2025, with Wall Street closely watching what Chair Powell & Co. will do about interest rates.
By Karee Venema
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Should You Buy These ETFs Before the Fed Cuts Rates?
The Fed is expected to cut the federal funds rate at the December Fed meeting, and investors should consider these ETFs as interest rates head lower.
By Kyle Woodley
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How to Position Your Portfolio for Lower Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve is far from done with its rate-cutting regime. This is how investors can prepare.
By Anne Kates Smith
