
Fed Raises Rates in Quarter-Point Hike
The Federal Reserve's rate increase will affect borrowing costs for mortgages, credit cards, and auto loans, as well as savings account yields.

The Federal Reserve's rate increase will affect borrowing costs for mortgages, credit cards, and auto loans, as well as savings account yields.
The U.S. Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday a quarter-point increase in its benchmark interest rates, now ranging from 3.75% to 4%, in an effort to contain inflation, according to Le Monde.

The U.S. central bank announced a rate increase on Wednesday in a unanimous decision anticipated by financial markets, but criticized by President Trump.
A Federal Reserve rate increase is anticipated, which will have downstream effects on mortgage rates and borrowing costs for consumers.
The Federal Reserve increased rates as protests over rising gas prices continue globally and Canada's prime minister addresses European lawmakers.