FOMC
Latest Interest Rate Hike Points to Mixed Impact for CRE
Analysts weigh in on the Federal Reserve’s biggest increase in two decades.
Economy Watch: Interest Rates Rise, So Does Inflation
Unsurprisingly, the Federal Open Market Committee decided to raise interest rates again in March, signaling its optimism about the direction of the U.S. economy.
Economy Watch: U.S. Service Sector Still Expanding
Economic activity in the non-manufacturing sector grew in February for the 86th consecutive month, according to the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.
Economy Watch: Fed Chair Says Rates Will Go Up (Eventually)
Speaking before Congress, Janet Yellen said it would be “unwise” to wait too long to raise interest rates, but didn’t suggest any timeline for the next rate hike.
Net Lease Cap Rates Change Direction
By Randy Blankstein, President, The Boulder Group: While investor demand remains strong in the net lease market, many industry participants expect cap rates to increase by the end of 2017.
Economy Watch: FOMC Minutes Reflect Uncertainty About New Administration
While FOMC members agreed to hike rates at its most recent meeting, they also expressed a need for caution moving forward due to the uncertainty about future policy decisions.
Economy Watch: Fed Raises Interest Rates for the First Time in 2016
The FOMC raised the federal funds rate for only the second time in two decades, citing an improved U.S. economy that will likely continue its moderate growth.