benchmark interest rate
Coverage of benchmark interest rate in the Nexus archive.
- High Rates Push a Wave of Brazilian Companies to Restructure Debt
High benchmark interest rates of 14.25 percent are pushing Brazilian companies to restructure debt, with out-of-court restructurings surging to 109 billion reais in 2026 (up from 41.5 billion reais in 2024). Debt restructuring filings increased from 16 in 2021 to 84 in 2025, with 33 companies already filing this year.
- Bank of Japan Raises Benchmark Interest Rate to 1%
The Bank of Japan has increased its benchmark interest rate to 1%, signaling a shift in monetary policy.
- Fed holds benchmark interest rate steady as Americans face rising inflation
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate for the third consecutive month amid rising U.S. inflation. The decision aims to balance economic stability against inflationary pressures.
- Why Federal Reserve held rates steady for third consecutive time
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate unchanged for the third consecutive meeting. The decision was reported by CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady.
- Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as Chair Powell's term nears end
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate amid rising U.S. inflation. The decision was made as Chair Jerome Powell's term nears its end, with CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reporting on the development.
- Paraguay Leaves Key Rate at 5.5% on Stable Inflation Outlook
Paraguay's central bank maintained the key interest rate at 5.5% amid a stable inflation outlook, despite a surprise half-percentage point cut in the benchmark rate to 7.25% during the last policy meeting. The decision reflects a balanced approach to monetary policy as inflation remains under control.