History of Interest rates.

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1. Early 2000s:

   • In the early 2000s, interest rates were relatively high compared to the later part of the decade.
   • The Federal Reserve responded to the Dot-Com Bubble by cutting rates, leading to a period of lower rates.

2. Mid to Late 2000s:

   • Interest rates remained relatively low in the mid-2000s, contributing to the housing market boom.
   • Rates started to rise gradually as the Federal Reserve sought to curb inflation.

3. Financial Crisis (2008-2009):

   • In response to the financial crisis, the Federal Reserve dramatically lowered interest rates.
   • Rates reached historic lows to stimulate economic activity and stabilize financial markets.

4. Post-Financial Crisis (Late 2000s to Early 2010s):

   • In the aftermath of the crisis, interest rates remained at historically low levels for an extended period to support economic recovery.

5. Mid to Late 2010s:

   • In the mid-2010s, the Federal Reserve began a gradual process of raising interest rates to prevent overheating of the economy.
   • Rates remained relatively low by historical standards, but there was a shift towards normalization.

6. 2020 and Beyond:

   • In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates to near zero to provide economic support.
   • As of my last update in September 2021, rates remained at historically low levels, with the Fed indicating a commitment to accommodative policy until economic goals were achieved.

Interest rates are influenced by a variety of factors, including economic conditions, inflation, and central bank policies.

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