Key Takeaways Economists say President Donald Trump's Wednesday announcement of broad-based tariffs on trading partners worldwide will likely push up inflation and increase the chances of a recession.

High CD interest rates may not stay where they are for much longer. Here's what to expect this April (and beyond).

After recently inching up to a six-week high, refi rates have now fallen to their cheapest level since mid-March. Rates declined for most other refi loans as well.

The Federal Reserve sets the federal funds target rate, also known as the fed funds rate, which is the interest rate at which commercial banks lend to each other overnight. Below, CNBC Select ...

Rates for new 30-year loans held their ground Wednesday after dropping for three consecutive days. Rates fell for several other loan types as well.

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The Fed releases a report called the Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) four times per year, which tells the public where members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) believe inflation, economic growth, the unemployment rate, and interest rates could be in the future.

Keeping up with weekly housing market trends can help you make an informed decision — but if you can find a house that works for your needs and wallet now, don’t hold out for a potential major swing.

President Trump is pushing an aggressive policy against America's main trading partners that economists broadly agree will drive up inflation.