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These Three Industries Benefit the Most from an Interest Rate Hike

By Tom Gentile, America's No. 1 Pattern Trader, Money Morning • @powerproftrades - September 19, 2016

Most industries won't benefit from an interest rate hike.

But if this week's FOMC meeting does result in a hike, these three sectors have the most to gain...

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These Three Industries Benefit the Most from an Interest Rate Hike

By Tom Gentile, America's No. 1 Pattern Trader, Money Morning • @powerproftrades - September 19, 2016

Most industries won't benefit from an interest rate hike.

But if this week's FOMC meeting does result in a hike, these three sectors have the most to gain...

What We Learned About Federal Reserve Interest Rates in Today's Minutes

By Diane Alter, Contributing Writer, Money Morning - April 6, 2016

What we learned from the FOMC's March 15-16 meeting minutes is that policymakers are divided when it comes to the pace of hiking Federal Reserve interest rates and the health of the global economy.

Some are calling for an April hike, while others are leaning toward a more prudent approach.

Here's key details from today's release...

What the FOMC Meeting Today Means for Investors in 2016

By Diane Alter, Contributing Writer, Money Morning - March 16, 2016

The March FOMC meeting concludes today when the U.S. Federal Reserve releases its policy decision.

Now the focus shifts to what the decisions from the FOMC meeting today mean for investors and their money.

Before we get to that, here;s what investors are looking for from today's meeting...

When Will the Next Fed Interest Rate Hike Happen?

By Diane Alter, Contributing Writer, Money Morning - January 26, 2016

The U.S. Federal Reserve kicked off its two-day policy meeting Tuesday, and investors are looking for any sign of the next Fed interest rate hike.

The overwhelming consensus now is that we won't see a Fed interest rate hike at the conclusion of the U.S. central bank's meeting on Wednesday.

But that doesn't mean we won't see another Fed rate hike sometime in 2016...

Will the Stock Market Crash Today? – 12/16/15

By Money Morning Staff Reports, Money Morning - December 16, 2015

Will the stock market crash today following a December rate hike announcement from the U.S. Federal Reserve?

The Fed is expected to raise interest rates today (Wednesday) for the first time since June 2006.

Here's what a December rate hike would mean for stocks...

Who’s Ready for the Fed to Chicken Out This Week?

By Michael E. Lewitt, Global Credit Strategist, Money Morning • @MichaelELewitt - December 14, 2015

This week, the U.S. Federal Reserve is the most powerful market-moving group on the planet. Pretty scary.

For months everyone's been certain the Fed would raise rates in December. But frankly, it doesn't matter one whit whether it does so or not.

And after the market action Friday, all bets are off. Here's why...

The 5 Most Convincing Arguments for a Fed Interest Rate Hike in December

By Money Morning Staff Reports, Money Morning - December 10, 2015

An interest rate hike could happen as early as next week. Here are five of the clearest justifications for a December rate hike...

An interest rate hike could happen this month and economists are making statements aplenty. While Fed Chairwoman Janet Yellen makes intentionally vague statements, we found a few industry leaders who do not.

They've looked at various data and claim that a December rate hike is indeed imminent.

Here is what they're saying…

The Hidden Impact of the Impending Fed Rate Hike and How to Profit

By Shah Gilani, Capital Wave Strategist, Money Morning • @WallStreet_II - December 10, 2015

Everyone is talking about the U.S. Federal Reserve raising interest rates for the first time since 2006 - and what's going to happen afterwards.

Today, I'm going to tell you exactly what's going to happen with the Fed rate hike and what it's going to do to stocks, bonds, and commodities.

But there's a hidden impact to the Fed's impending interest rate hike that people aren't talking about. I'll tell you about that, too.

And, of course, I'll show you what you can do to protect yourself - and make money from what everyone else is so afraid of.

Why a December Rate Hike Looks Like a Done Deal Now

By Diane Alter, Contributing Writer, Money Morning - December 4, 2015

American employers increased headcount by 211,000 in November.

That healthy showing all but guarantees that U.S. policymakers will raise interest rates for the first time since June 2006 when they meet Dec. 15-16.

Here's why a December rate hike looks like a done deal now...

Is a December Rate Hike Coming After Today's Fed Minutes Release?

By Diane Alter, Contributing Writer, Money Morning - November 18, 2015

The U.S. Federal Reserve released minutes from its October meeting today at 2 p.m., and markets scoured the report for any clues about a December rate hike.

After today's Fed minutes release, a December rate hike is clearly on the table.

Why a Fed Interest Rate Hike Is Coming in December

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - November 12, 2015

Six U.S. Federal Reserve officials, including Chairwoman Janet Yellen, will give speeches today on monetary policy.

Investors will anxiously listen for clues on whether policymakers will raise the Fed interest rate at next month's FOMC meeting.

Here are two reasons why it's inevitable...

Peter Schiff: Americans Will Have a Horrible Christmas – and the Fed Is to Blame

By Tara Clarke, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @TaraKateClarke - November 10, 2015

Peter Schiff - renowned economist and the contrarian investor at the helm of Euro Pacific Capital - predicts Christmas 2015 will be far from merry and bright.

And the U.S. Federal Reserve's policies are to blame.

Here's what Schiff had to say Schiff said in an appearance on CNBC's "Futures Now" on Nov. 5...

The Fed Just Handed Us This Easy Chance for a Quick Double

By Tom Gentile, America's No. 1 Pattern Trader, Money Morning • @powerproftrades - November 10, 2015

The chances of an actual interest rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve just got real - and asset prices are on the move...

Team Yellen got a big reason to raise rates with Friday's release of the October U.S. employment numbers. The report surpassed most estimates by adding 271,000 jobs; the consensus was for about 100,000 fewer than that.

This puts the unemployment rate at 5% - its lowest level since 2008. Markets immediately reacted with lower bond prices, lower commodity prices, and in many cases, lower stock prices.

The Fed could announce a rate hike at the end of its next policy meeting on Dec. 16. That would be especially good news for a certain U.S. industry I'll talk about today.

One particular stock in this sector climbed 65% in a little over two years after rates rose. But now you have the chance to make more - and in less time. The easy options play I outline here could double your money in just weeks...

Will the Fed Raise Interest Rates in December?

By Diane Alter, Contributing Writer, Money Morning - November 5, 2015

Those who have been asking "will the Fed raise interest rates in December?" received an update Wednesday from U.S. Federal Reserve Chairwoman Janet Yellen.

Speaking to the House Financial Services Committee, Yellen said the economy is "performing well," and that a December rate hike is a "live possibility."

Here's what you need to know....