The recent declines in mortgage rates, which have started in late summer ahead of the Federal Reserve’s first cut since December 2024, are largely linked to observers’ expectations of what the central bank will do.

For some investors, they bet on a vehicle known as "Federal Funds futures" to hedge. For others, it's just that — a bet.

What was once seen as a near-certain cut in interest rates next month now looks more like a coin flip as Federal Reserve officials sharply disagree over the economy’s health and whether stubborn inflation or weak hiring represent a bigger threat.

The reported frontrunner to take over as Federal Reserve chair in May has a recent track record of advocating for the central bank lowering interest rates.

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The last piece of inflation data the Federal Reserve will see before its pivotal December meeting to debate another interest-rate cut showed just a mild increase in wholesale prices even before the government shutdown.

President Trump has a list of five finalists to replace outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Here's a look at each one.

The Federal Reserve's next rate move may hinge on delayed employment data, which won't be released until after its next scheduled rate cut decision.