Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve started a rate-cutting cycle on Sept. 18, 2025, lowering its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points (bps) to a range of 4.75% to 5%. The cut was the first since March 2020 after the Fed raised interest rates to a 23-year high point to cool the economy and quell inflation. The Fed cut rates two more times in 2024, each by 25 basis points. It has not cut interest rates so far in 2025.
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YellenÕ testimony shows dovish approach toward federal funds rate
Jul 12, 2017Wednesday, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen testified before the Housing Financial Services Committee, in which she showed a dovish approach to the Federal Funds rate. In response to her comments, the Dow hit a new high as bond markets rose.
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Fed Governor Powell: Here are 5 principles for housing finance reform
Jul 06, 2017 -
Fed fines Bank of New York Mellon for misstating capital for more than 3 years
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Federal Reserve: All banks passed stress tests again
Jun 22, 2017 -
Economist: Fed rate increase doesn’t matter to housing market
Jun 14, 2017 -
Federal Reserve Board terminates enforcement action against EverBank
Jun 09, 2017 -
SunTrust fined $1.5 million by Federal Reserve for violations of Flood Insurance Act
May 25, 2017 -
Watchdog: The CFPB fails to properly secure confidential enforcement information
May 19, 2017 -
Trump reportedly close to choosing the new “most powerful man in banking”
Apr 17, 2017 -
Richmond Fed President Jeffrey Lacker resigns, admits to leaking confidential information
Apr 04, 2017 -
Trump reportedly considering former OneWest CEO to lead OCC
Mar 21, 2017 -
Newly appointed Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic resigns from Freddie Mac board
Mar 17, 2017
