The National Debt Has Exploded. The Reckoning Is Still Coming. Even the best-case scenario means less investment, slower wage growth, and a budget increasingly spent on past obligations. Reason · Oct 1
Ashok Leyland: A stronger balance sheet inside a business that will always remain cyclical Quarterly numbers tell you what happened. But they do not always tell you why it happened. In commercial vehicles, demand can change because of many reasons: Interest rates, freight movement, regulation, vehicle utilisation, or simply the age of the fleet. This story looks at the factors that matter most for… The Economic Times · Oct 1
Global Market: European shares slide as surging bond yields hit risk appetite European shares opened the final quarter lower as elevated global bond yields and persistent inflation concerns weighed on investor sentiment. The STOXX 600 fell 1%, with banks among the biggest decliners. Higher energy costs and expectations of prolonged interest rates pressured equities, while softer oil prices offered limited relief to… The Economic Times · Oct 1
UK house price growth halves amid rising mortgage interest rates Prices fell by 0.2% month on month in September as average price of a home slipped to £274,251, says Nationwide The Guardian - UK · Oct 1
PPF interest rate October- December 2026: Has Public Provident Fund interest rate hiked for this quarter? The Ministry of Finance has reviewed interest rates for small savings schemes including the Public Provident. The rates will stay the same as those from the previous quarter. PPF accounts have a maturity period of 15 years and offer tax-free returns after five years. The Economic Times · Oct 1
France’s 10-year bond yield heads for biggest quarterly surge since 1987 France's bond yields have been rising sharply, with September seeing the largest increase in decades. Investors are concerned about inflation as energy costs continue to rise, impacting fiscal stability. The government plans to issue €340 billion in bonds next year, which could strain its fiscal position further. Economic indicators suggest… The Economic Times · Sep 30
Federal Reserve watchdog finds no criminal violations for building renovation cost overruns Trump criticized $2.4bn rehab amid attempts to pressure then Fed chair Jerome Powell into lowering interest rates The Guardian - US · Sep 30
Property prices are plunging in almost every capital city across Australia – see how your suburb rates Cotality data shows median house prices fell in September as interest rates hit borrowing capacity The Guardian - AU · Sep 30
After the Fed’s September Move: 7 Holdings That Reprice Within Weeks, and the One Costing You Income Now The Federal Reserve changed interest rates again in September, but it did something the original headline gets wrong: It raised the federal funds target by a quarter point, bringing the range to 3.75% to 4%. The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 30
The Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Was Lower Than Expected. Odds Of a Rate Hike Decreased. The chances that interest rates remain at current levels now stand at 62.9%, compared to 49.1% on Tuesday. International Business Times · Sep 30
The Fed Faces a Crucial Inflation Test Wednesday: What the PCE Report Could Mean for Interest Rates The August Personal Consumption Expenditures price index will be closely watched after the Fed raised interest rates and signaled that additional tightening could be necessary before the end of the year. International Business Times · Sep 30
Is This the Right Time to Buy a Car in India? What Buyers Should Know You've found a car you love. Now comes the real question is should wait or just book ? There's no single answer for this . Its somehow depends on your budget, current offers, upcoming launches and how urgently you need the car. Here's what to consider. Look at the On… MyLifeXP · Sep 30
Has government increased SSY, PPF, NSC, other small savings schemes' interest rates for October-December 2026 quarter? The Ministry of Finance has announced that the interest rates for small savings schemes will remain steady for the next quarter. This decision comes after two years of rate stability since December 2024. The review took into account inflation and bond yields, which hinted at possible rate increases. However, the… The Economic Times · Sep 30
Interest rates have hit their highest level since 2011. The pain will feel different in 2026 The Reserve Bank this week lifted the cash rate another 0.25 percentage points to 4.6% – its fourth increase this year and the highest it has been since 2011. The Conversation · Sep 30
The Conversation · Sep 30 Inflation lifts to 4.0% in August, keeping pressure on the RBA for another rate rise Australia’s headline inflation rate climbed to an annual rate of 4% in August, up from 3.5%, giving the Reserve Bank some vindication for its decision to raise interest rates a day before the figures were released.
The Economic Times · Sep 30 Gold prices rise Rs 1,100/10 gram; silver up Rs 1,050/kg ahead of inflation data. Key levels to track Gold and silver prices rebounded on the MCX on Wednesday, snapping a three-day losing streak as investors awaited US inflation data and the Federal Reserve’s policy cues. Expectations of higher interest rates continued to weigh on bullion demand. Traders are also tracking the US nonfarm payrolls report, while analysts advise…
The Economic Times · Sep 30 Gold heads for monthly decline, US inflation data looms On Wednesday, gold prices remained stable, although they are poised for a monthly decline. Market participants are scrutinizing US inflation metrics to gauge the Federal Reserve's upcoming policies. The anticipated rise in interest rates is impacting gold alongside other precious metals. Additionally, a significant drop in consumer confidence has emerged…
The Guardian - AU · Sep 30 Forget the inflation blame game – politicians should let the RBA get on with its job The war in the Middle East and ‘excessive’ levels of government spending have contributed to the rebound in inflation and interest rates in Australia
The Economic Times · Sep 29 US stocks: US market ends slightly lower as bond yields hold near multi-decade highs US stocks closed slightly lower as consumer confidence fell to a significant low not seen in over 12 years. Rising government bond yields have affected investor sentiments before upcoming economic data releases. Reports indicated a decline in job openings and a pessimistic outlook from households regarding the economy. Multiple Federal…
AAP · Sep 29 RBA blushes spared: inflation rise vindicates rate hike A November rate rise is still on the cards for the Reserve Bank, even after a slightly softer-than-expected underlying inflation outcome in August.
Evening Standard · Sep 29 Bank of England policymaker says raising interest rates ‘not compelling’ Alan Taylor, a member of the MPC, played down the need for pushing up borrowing costs.
The Economic Times · Sep 29 Euro zone bond selloff hits pause, yields fall from multi-year highs Germany's 10-year bond yield experienced a slight decrease after reaching a 17-year high recently. Rising global interest rates are driven by strong economic growth and elevated energy prices. The European Central Bank may implement additional rate hikes to combat inflationary pressures. Money markets are pricing in nearly four quarter-point hikes…
The Economic Times · Sep 29 Rupee ends nearly flat as traders remain glued to oil moves, RBI caps fall The Indian rupee showed little change after reaching a two-month low in early trading. Crude oil prices significantly impacted the currency's movement, leading to a brief decline. Dollar sales by state-run banks helped contain the rupee's drop earlier in the day. As Brent oil prices decreased, the rupee managed to…
The Economic Times · Sep 29 Global Market: Japanese bond yields hover near multi-decade highs as inflation concerns persist Japanese government bond yields remained near multi-decade highs as persistent inflation, elevated oil prices and expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes weighed on sentiment. A strong 40-year bond auction offered some relief, with demand improving, but investors remain focused on inflation, fiscal expansion and the outlook for interest…
AAP · Sep 29 More house price falls on cards as rates squeeze buyers While not yet in uncharted territory, Australia's housing market is in for a hiding from higher interest rates, lower borrowing capacity and tax changes.