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Central banks, including the European Central Bank and the Bank of Japan, are actively discussing potential interest rate hikes. While an ECB hike is expected, a BOJ board member has called for an early rate increase to address inflation.
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a ruling impacting Polish 'frankowiczów' (Swiss franc mortgage holders), stating that faulty annexes should be treated as if they never existed, allowing national courts to restore original agreements.
Reserve Bank of Australia’s second consecutive increase lifts cash rate target to where it was in February last year Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The Reserve Bank has increased interest rates amid a global energy shock that threatens to push Australian inflation towards 5%. The hike takes the RBA’s cash rate target from 3.85% to 4.1%, back to where it was in February 2025, wiping out the relief offered by...
First-time buyers in the UK are benefiting from the largest selection of low-deposit mortgages since 2008, while a new mortgage crisis is quietly impacting vulnerable homeowners.
Mortgage holders are rushing to fix their home-loan rates, fearing that a spate of increases are on the way.
Geopolitical analysts and commentators are discussing the potential for conflict involving Iran, examining its broader regional implications, and considering its economic impact, such as on mortgage rates. The discussions also touch upon the future trajectory of Iran and its role in regional stability.
Strikes by Israel and the United States in Iran have been reflected in interest rates. Experts explain the effects of the war on mortgage holders.
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has implemented its third consecutive interest rate hike, raising the cash rate to 4.35%. This decision was made under pressure from inflation and escalating Middle East tensions, impacting would-be homebuyers and cementing Australia's outlier status among central banks.
The Court of Justice of the European Union (TSUE) is examining whether a strict application of the statute of limitations could unduly hinder Polish 'frankowicze' (Swiss franc mortgage holders) from exercising their rights to challenge loan agreement terms.
A report categorizes mortgage holders into three groups based on their interest rates, ranging from rock-bottom to over 6%, highlighting the implications for each group.