Interest Rates
Gold Slips as Renewed Mideast Tensions Keep Fed Hike Bets Alive
Gold edged down as renewed geopolitical risks stoked concerns about inflationary pressures that could make the Federal Reserve hike interest rates, a headwind for the precious metal.
1 min read01:48 AM ISTYen Breach of 160 Revives Japan Intervention Watch Ahead of BOJ
The yen’s breach of 160 versus the dollar underscores the currency’s vulnerability to further weakness and the risk that authorities enter the market again to slow its decline.
3 min read12:49 AM ISTYen caught between top U.S. officials’ remarks
The yen is under renewed pressure amid fresh expectations of Federal Reserve monetary tightening.
1 min read31 Aug 2026Yen’s Breach of 160 to Dollar Puts Traders on Intervention Watch
The yen’s breach of 160 versus the dollar underscores the Japanese currency’s vulnerability to further weakness and the heightened risk of authorities entering the market again to slow its decline.
3 min read31 Aug 2026Gold Holds Biggest Drop in Over Two Months on Fed Rate-Hike Bets
Gold steadied after falling more than 3% on Friday as US Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s pledge to fight inflation lifted bets the US central bank will raise interest rates.
1 min read31 Aug 2026Warsh makes the case for higher rates and raises the bar for standing pat
A speech that quieted concerns about the Fed’s direction left the decision resting on the coming data, including an inflation report days before officials’ next meeting.
5 min read30 Aug 2026₹1 crore home loan for 20 years: Check how higher interest rates can add ₹46 lakh to your interest cost
A ₹1 crore home loan for 20 years can cost significantly more as interest rates rise. Here is a simple comparison of EMI, total interest and repayment at rates from 7% to 10%. Before locking in on any home loan offers it is wise to carry out proper due diligence.
3 min read30 Aug 2026Senior citizens can earn up to 8.5% on 5-year FDs: Check banks offering the highest rates
For those investing substantial sums, even a marginal variation in FD rates can have a significant impact on the total interest earned.
4 min read29 Aug 2026₹50,000 to ₹1 lakh: Which small savings scheme can double your money faster? Check out the calculations
Want to turn ₹50,000 into ₹1 lakh? Compare KVP, PPF, SCSS, Sukanya Samriddhi and NSC interest rates, doubling periods, eligibility, tax treatment and lock-ins to identify which small savings scheme best suits your financial goal.
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