With the Federal Reserve's July meeting on the horizon, many prospective homebuyers and homeowners are wondering what it could mean for mortgage rates. After years of relatively high borrowing costs, even the slightest dip could open doors for those hoping to buy or refinance. But the path forward is far from clear.

The independence of central banks, which allows policymakers to operate free from political meddling, is considered sacrosanct by investors and economists.

Mark Coombs, Ashmore Group CEO, joins CNBC's 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the importance of central bank independence, how dollar weakness is impacting outlooks on the U.S., and more.

If you're thinking about tapping your home's equity, make sure you understand what could happen with rates soon.

By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK (Reuters) -Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams declined on Wednesday to comment on President Donald Trump’s attacks on the central bank and what it might mean if the president were to somehow remove the Fed’s leader from office.

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Councilmembers have clashed for months, frequently failing to pass basic resolutions or elect new leadership. Meetings have been marked by walkouts, hours-long delays, and procedural stalemates.

Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh believes the Federal Reserve has mishandled interest rates and faces a credibility deficit due to changing policy goalposts. In an interview with CNBC, Warsh emphasized that the Fed’s current problems stem primarily from its own mistakes rather than external criticism.