When the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, borrowing costs climb across mortgages, credit cards, and business loans. This tool curbs inflation by cooling spending and demand. Savers gain higher yields on deposits and bonds, while lenders profit from wider margins. Borrowers and rate-sensitive stocks often feel the pinch.
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