Interest rates

Why gold prices could keep rising despite high US yields and interest rates

Analysts expect gold prices to continue rising into 2027.

How the Fed rate hike could weigh on Singapore

The Fed’s move to raise interest rates has implications for other economies, including Singapore’s, says the writer.

Gold steadies as traders weigh inflation and Fed path for rates

Bullion was trading around US$4,375 (S$5,580) an ounce, after posting a moderate gain the week before.

Market Insights

UOB shares rise after Fed hikes rates; yen weakens against Singdollar: Markets this week

UOB shares rose 1.25 per cent over the week to $41.78 while DBS closed 0.18 per cent lower at $76.86 and OCBC was down 0.7 per cent to $31.38.

BOJ lifts rates to 31-year high, pivots towards pre-emptive inflation fight

The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to 1.25 per cent from 1 per cent by a 7-2 vote.

Stocks rise as oil dips, yen wobbles ahead of Bank of Japan meeting

The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates to a 31-year high and pledge to deliver more to counter inflation risks.

Tech leads US stocks to higher close as oil eases, Treasury yields dip

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as a screen broadcasts news on the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike in New York City, Sept 16.

Brazil's Lula boosts welfare payments, eyes new debt-relief push ahead of election

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, a candidate for reelection for the Workers' Party (PT), speaks at a campaign rally in Brasilia, Brazil, September 16, 2026. REUTERS/Adriano Machado TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

ST Explains

Why did the Federal Reserve raise interest rates and how does it affect me?

The Federal Reserve raising interest rates shows that it aims to bring down further gains in inflation, especially amid higher energy prices.

Food prices present fresh risk for global bonds after sell-off

Analysts say countries with a higher proportion of food in their CPI basket are especially vulnerable to negative weather patterns.

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