Consumer News When The Fed Cuts Rates, What Will It Mean For Consumers

What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years ... Read More

The Fed made its third cut of the year. Here’s what borrowers and savers can expect

Here’s how the central bank’s latest cut will affect loans, savings accounts and investments—and what financial moves to consider ... Read More

Fed rate cut brings lower credit card costs while mortgage relief lags

The Federal Reserve cut short-term interest rates for a third time in 2025. What's next for borrowers and consumers? Read More

What December's Fed rate cut means for your mortgage, credit card, auto loan, student debt and savings

From credit cards and car loans to mortgage rates, student loans and savings accounts, here's a look at the ways a Fed rate cut could affect your finances. Read More

Fed cuts rates for third time, but affordability concerns still rise

WASHINGTON ‒ With consumers focused on affordability heading into the holiday season, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he hears Americans’ concerns over high costs “loud and clear.” Still, it ... Read More