03.04.26 How Interest Rates Are Set / Name Brand Foods Cut Prices
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Show Notes
Today, Clark explains the confusion around how various interest rates are set, from savings & CDs, to credit cards and car loans. He explores the "K-shaped" economy, where a flood of cash into savings and CDs drives down returns – even at online banks, and how the "convenience trap" can cost consumers thousands on all kinds of loans. Also, good news at the grocery store: the "store brand revolution" is working. After years of price hikes, name brand giants are finally slashing prices on snacks to win back customers.
- How Interest Rates Are Set : Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Groceries: Big Brand Price Cuts: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- My 7 Rules for Using Credit Cards - Clark Howard
- Best Place to Get a Car Loan - Clark Howard
- How To Buy a House in 9 Steps - Clark Howard
- NYT: After Years of Increases, PepsiCo Pledges to Cut Prices on Snacks
- Are Car Wash Memberships Worth It? - Clark Howard
- What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It? - Clark Howard
- 5 Ways To Start Living Below Your Means - Clark Howard
- The 7 Money Habits of People Who Become Wealthy - Clark Howard
Clark.com resources:
- Episode transcripts
- Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
- Clark.com daily money newsletter
- Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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