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How are higher interest rates and rising prices affecting you?

Last month, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years, as it tries to bring inflation under control. But higher rates make borrowing more expensive for consumers and businesses — one reason mortgage rates have climbed to a three-year high in recent weeks.

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Mortgage rates recently touched three-year highs, pushing homeownership plans further into the future for many Americans.
Mortgage rates recently touched three-year highs, pushing homeownership plans further into the future for many Americans.

Last month, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years, as it tries to bring inflation under control. But higher rates make borrowing more expensive for consumers and businesses — one reason mortgage rates have climbed to a three-year high in recent weeks. It could take time before consumers see much relief from rising prices. And more rate hikes could be on the way, too. If you’re feeling the squeeze both from higher prices and higher borrowing costs, we want to hear from you. Please fill out the below form for possible inclusion in a CNN story.

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Thursday, October 1, 2026

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