DUK Benefits From Confident Consumers and Low Interest Rates

Coronavirus prompted the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates and bond yield rates to a record low. This has created benefits.....»»

A rise in interest rates has put a dent in consumers' desire for mortgage applications, but interest in home purchasing remains high as the spring selling season approaches......»»

"Fully realizing the benefits of a strong labor market will take continued support from both near-term policy and longer-run investments," Powell said. .....»»

How bad is this coronavirus outbreak hurting the global economy? How bad is it hurting American businesses, consumers and the U.S. economy? Here’s an ongoing MarketWatch update on what the economic VIPs are saying......»»

U.S. underlying consumer prices picked up in January, while the number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits rose slightly last week, suggesting the economy was stable enough for the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates on hold this year......»»

The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index posted a nine-month high in January as wage growth, low unemployment, and low interest rates continue to buoy consumers' spirits......»»

24/7 Wall St. wanted to take a look at where interest rates are heading in 2020, which pertains to credit market metrics for consumers and businesses alike......»»

2019 Will Be The Most Expensive Season For Christmas Trees In History 'Tis the season for consumers, most of whom are credit card dependent paying interest rates at the highest in two decades, to become abs.....»»

Even only a slight increase in interest rates creates millions more in interest payments for consumers......»»

Americans increased spending in September for the seventh month in a row but did so at a more moderate pace, taking advantage of falling interest rates, rising incomes and low inflation......»»

For everyday Americans, the Fed's decision to cut rates again could mean cheaper loans, but consumers will earn less interest on their savings......»»

The Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates on Wednesday for the second time this year could have wide-ranging implications for consumers' wallets......»»

Experts had expected home builder sentiment to drop rather than rise in September. It is easy to assume that low interest rates are helping builders be more confident, but some concerns were noted......»»

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said the bank has discussed the idea of new fees if interest rates go to zero, according to.....»»

With more than $1 trillion in unfunded liabilities, pensions face tough conversations around increasing contributions or changing benefits......»»

Consumers are paying higher interest rates on their credit card balances than they have in more than a quarter-century, and the Federal Reserve's rate cuts.....»»

U.S. consumers are paying higher interest rates on their credit card balances than they have in more than a quarter-century, and the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts are no guarantee that they will receive much relief......»»

The U.S. Federal Reserve's decision on Wednesday to lower interest rates may do little to cut some of the costs that matter to many consumers......»»

The recent weakness in the housing market could be turning around, thanks to a steep drop in mortgage interest rates. Consumers signed more contracts to buy existing homes than expected in June......»»

The recent weakness in the housing market could be turning around, thanks to a steep drop in mortgage interest rates. Consumers signed more contracts to buy existing homes than expected in June......»»