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1. Nynex proposal to hold rates draws criticism.

Author

Cauley, Leslie

Subjects
*LONG distance telephone service, *TELEPHONE companies, *RATES
Abstract

Reports on the proposal of New York-based long-distance telephone communications carrier, Nynex Corp. to freeze long-distance rates. Criticisms against Nynex's proposal; Advantages of the proposed rate-freeze on the company; Nynex competitors' claim that the proposal will stifle competition.

Published
1994

2. The Fed’s Inflation Problem.

Author

Lahart, Justin

Subjects
*FEDERAL Reserve banks, *INTEREST rates, *MONETARY policy, *CORPORATE profits, *BUSINESS revenue
Published
2019

3. The Fed Plays It Safe.

Author

Lahart, Justin

Subjects
*FINANCIAL crises, *COMMODITY exchanges, *MONETARY policy, UNITED States gross domestic product
Published
2019

5. The Fed’s Temporary Cover.

Author

Lahart, Justin

Subjects
*PRICE inflation, *INTEREST rates, *CENTRAL banking industry, *ECONOMIC indicators
Published
2019

8. Why Bond Yields May Keep Climbing.

Author

Lahart, Justin

Subjects
*TREASURY bills, *GOVERNMENT securities, *BOND market, UNITED States economy, 2017-2021
Published
2018

12. Another Recession Is Looming.

Author

Feldstein, Martin

Subjects
*INTEREST rates, *PRICE inflation, *INVESTORS, *ECONOMIC indicators
Published
2018

18. Tough Start for Housing.

Author

Lahart, Justin

Subjects
*HOME sales, *HOUSING, *HOUSING market, *MORTGAGE rates
Published
2018

20. Fed holds rates steady amid signs of slowing; will the second half bring continued stability?

Author

Pesek Jr., William

Subjects
UNITED States economy, 1981-2001, ECONOMIC policy, INTEREST rates, TREASURY bills, RATES
Abstract

Focuses on United States capital market yields as of July 1998. Slowdown of US economic growth; Decision of the Federal Reserve to maintain the status quo; Signs that it will not add liquidity to the economy; Short-term substitute for raising short-term rates; Expectations of analysts polled by `Barron's'; Continued question of Asian impact; Forces affecting second quarter growth; Details of global short- and long-term rates and yield on US Treasuries.

Published
1998

21. Goodbye to all that.

Author

Henderson, Barry and Forsyth, Randall W.

Subjects
MUTUAL funds, RATES
Abstract

Presents mutual fund news for the week ending June 20, 1997. David Dreman, former owner of Kemper Financial Services, and his plans to start a new firm called Dreman Value Management; The financial troubles of Treasury Inflation Protection securities; The 14-point jump taken by GT Global Developing Markets.

Published
1997

22. Rollicking rates.

Author

Bary, Andrew and Forsyth, Randall W.

Subjects
BONDS (Finance), SECURITIES industry, RATES
Abstract

Reports on the condition of the bond market in the US for the week ending May 15, 1995. Forecast of ING Capital Markets Strategist James Fitzgibbon; Price of 30-year bond; Reaction by Wall Street traders; Losses; Possibility that the Federal Reserve might lower interest rates; Setbacks to the bull market; Bond purchases by bond market institutions.

Published
1995

23. Learning to cope with the bear.

Author

Forsyth, Randall W.

Subjects
BONDS (Finance), RATES
Abstract

Reports on the condition of the bonds market in the United States as of March 14, 1994. Financial returns of major funds; Decline in the returns; Percentage of change.

Published
1994

24. Betting on some turnarounds.

Author

Norton, Leslie P.

Subjects
INSURANCE rates, MUTUAL funds, RATES
Abstract

Discusses problems faced by insurance companies concerning the fluctuation of mutual funds rates in the United States. Additional problem of Guaranty National which provides automobile coverage to high-risk drivers; Process of selection of Robert Benson, fund manager of Boston-based Pioneer Three; Expectation for Guaranty's earnings in 1994.

Published
1994

25. Current yield.

Author

Liscio, John

Subjects
BONDS (Finance), UNEMPLOYMENT, RATES
Abstract

Discusses the effect of U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich's prediction on unemployment in the United States on bond rates. Traders caught in a short selling position during Reich's announcement; Growth in bond trading statistics.

Published
1994

35. Long-Term-Care Insurance Leaves Customers Groping.

Author

GREENE, KELLY, SCISM, LESLIE, and Holm, Erik

Subjects
*HEALTH care reform, *LONG-term care insurance, *RATES
Abstract

The article looks at long-term care insurance in the U.S., as of 2013. It discusses problems in the long-term care insurance market, saying that premiums for long-term care policies are rising rapidly. It notes the health care reform law passed under the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama does not provide for long-term at-home or nursing-home care. Insurance companies cited include Genworth Financial and Unum Group. INSET: A Look at the Benefits and Risks Of Long-Term-Care Insurance.

Published
2013

36. Draining Away.

Author

SCISM, LESLIE and LIGHT, JOE

Subjects
*UNIVERSAL life insurance policies, *LIFE insurance, *UNIVERSAL life insurance, *INTEREST rates, *ECONOMICS, *RATES
Abstract

This article discusses the uncertain future of universal life insurance policies in the U.S. due to the persistence of low interest rates. Topics include the potential for increased premiums caused by the lack of yield on the policies to cover costs, the likelihood that Ben Bernanke, the chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, will keep interest rates low for several years, and various tips on determining whether or not it is more prudent to pay more for the policy or to withdraw funds.

Published
2012

37. ‘Tantrum’ Threat Fades.

Author

Zeng, Min and Goldfarb, Sam

Subjects
*INTEREST rates, *INVESTORS, *FEDERAL Reserve banks, *STOCKS (Finance)
Published
2016

39. Traders Bet Dollar Will Keep Climbing.

Author

Iosebashvili, Ira and Dulaney, Chelsey

Subjects
*U.S. dollar, *INTEREST rates, *INVESTORS, *PRICES
Abstract

The article reports on the performance of the U.S. dollar as of August 29, 2016. Topics include its impact in the expectation from the Federal Reserve in increasing short-term interest rates in September, the insights of Scotiabank chief foreign exchange (FX) strategist Shaun Osborne on the underexposure of the investors to the U.S. dollar, and the impact of the dollar strengthening to the prices of commodities to foreign buyers. Information on the impact of the global selloff is presented.

Published
2016

41. Fed Officials Gain Confidence They Can Raise Rates This Year.

Author

Hilsenrath, Jon and Derby, Michael S.

Subjects
*INTEREST rates, *ECONOMIC equilibrium, *ECONOMIC recovery, 20TH century United States economy
Abstract

The article reports that officials from the U.S. Federal Reserve are leaning toward an interest-rate increase before the end of 2016, possibly as soon as September. Topics discussed include the estimation that the U.S. economic recovery will continue as demonstrated by strong economic data and consideration for the stabilization of financial markets following the Leave vote in Great Britain. The possibility of two rate increases in the later part of the year is mentioned.

Published
2016

42. The Fed’s New Froth Problem.

Author

Lahart, Justin

Subjects
*INVESTORS, *BREXIT Referendum, 2016, *INTERNATIONAL trade, ASSET sales & prices
Published
2016

43. Brexit Provides Lucky Break for U.S. Homeowners.

Author

Back, Aaron

Subjects
*BREXIT Referendum, 2016, *HOME ownership, *INTEREST rates, *MORTGAGE refinancing, *CONSUMERS, *MONETARY policy, UNITED States economy, 2009-2017
Published
2016

50. Fed Signals No Rush to Raise Rates.

Author

Harrison, David

Subjects
*FEDERAL Reserve banks, *FEDERAL funds market (U.S.), *ECONOMIC conditions of U.S. states, *PRICE inflation
Published
2016

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