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Persistent inflation maintains pressure on credit card interest rates
Steady inflation figures have fueled market expectations of further central bank rate increases, CBS News reports.
The short version
- The Consumer Price Index increased by 3.4% year-over-year in August, matching the pace observed in July.[CBS News]
- Following the inflation report, CME FedWatch data indicated a 90% probability of an upcoming interest rate hike.[CBS News]
- Average credit card annual percentage rates remain near historic highs above 22%.[CBS News]
- The Federal Reserve is scheduled to announce its next benchmark interest rate decision on September 16.[CBS News]
Key facts
- The Consumer Price Index rose 3.4% annually in August, matching July's rate.[CBS News]
- Market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike rose to 90% after the August inflation figures were released.[CBS News]
- Average credit card APRs currently stand near record-high levels exceeding 22%.[CBS News]
- The Federal Reserve's next interest rate announcement is scheduled for September 16.[CBS News]
What remains uncertain
- Whether the Federal Reserve will implement an interest rate hike at its September 16 meeting remains unconfirmed.[CBS News]
Sources
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