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Record Inflows into Bank Loan and CLO ETFs Driven by Yield-Seeking Investors

Driven by the hunt for higher yields amid a changing interest rate environment, investors poured a record $25.6 billion into bank loan and CLO ETFs in 2024, contributing to $87 billion in risk-on credit flows; however, heavy exposure to these short-duration instruments carries risks.

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Major Banks Accused of Interest Rate Profiteering Amid Record Profits

US Senators Warren and Reed accuse seven major banks of profiting from rising interest rates by increasing borrowing costs while keeping savings rates low, despite prior promises to lawmakers; this has resulted in record bank profits and financial hardship for savers.

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CD Rates Remain High in Early 2025, But Choices Abound

In early 2025, savers face a choice between relatively high-yield CDs and high-yield savings accounts, weighing the trade-off between fixed versus variable interest rates and the penalty for early CD withdrawals against their need for liquidity and risk tolerance.

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Home Equity Loans vs. HELOCs in 2025: Assessing Financial Risks

Homeowners can access home equity through loans (fixed rates) or HELOCs (variable rates), both currently cheaper than other loan types; the best choice depends on predicted interest rate movements in 2025, with foreclosure a risk if repayments fail.

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Record High French Savings in 2024: €16.8 Billion in Interest Payments

In 2024, French Livret A and LDDS accounts saw record interest payments of €16.8 billion due to net deposits of €21.42 billion, exceeding withdrawals, and reaching a total balance of €603.1 billion by December 31st, 2024. The 3% interest rate, coupled with economic uncertainty, fueled this increase.

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Federal Reserve Rate Cuts Dip CD Interest Rates

The Federal Reserve's three 2024 rate cuts lowered CD interest rates from approximately 5% to the 4-4.5% range, impacting short-term CDs most significantly, as banks adjusted deposit account rates and savers shifted to long-term options or high-yield accounts.

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Trump Demands Immediate Interest Rate Cuts from Federal Reserve

President Trump, speaking at the Davos World Economic Forum, publicly demanded that the Federal Reserve immediately lower interest rates, despite the Fed's projected rate cut in June and the current target range of 4.25%-4.5%, contrasting with the Fed's emphasis on independence from political influe...

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Home Equity Loans in 2025: Weighing Risks and Rewards

In 2025's rising inflation environment, homeowners with an average \$320,000 in home equity are considering loans (8.40% interest) versus higher-interest personal loans (nearly 13%) and credit cards (almost 23%), but must responsibly manage repayment to avoid losing their homes.

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January Fed Meeting: Minimal Impact Expected on CD Interest Rates

The January 2025 Federal Reserve meeting is unlikely to significantly change CD rates, which currently offer competitive returns around 4.50%, providing a safer alternative to high-yield savings accounts in the face of economic uncertainty.

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Trump Orders Housing Cost Relief Amidst Tariffs and Interest Rate Hikes

President Trump issued an executive order aiming to lower housing costs by reducing regulations, but this faces challenges from tariffs on Canadian lumber, potential labor shortages due to deportations, and the impact of rising interest rates.

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ECB Unconcerned About Imported Inflation, to Continue Gradual Rate Cuts

ECB President Christine Lagarde stated on Wednesday that the institution is not overly concerned about imported inflation from the U.S. and will continue to gradually cut interest rates; Eurozone inflation was 2.4% in December, and the ECB aims to reach its 2% inflation target by 2025.

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Home Equity Loans: A Strategic Move to Tackle High-Interest Credit Card Debt in 2025

In 2025, using home equity loans or HELOCs to pay off high-interest credit card debt offers significant financial advantages due to lower (around 8% versus 23%) and fixed interest rates, but carries the risk of home loss if payments are missed.

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