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Jerome Powell says the Fed can afford to wait and see before cutting rates. Other economists aren’t so sure
While Fed Chair Jerome Powell suggested it’s in a “good position” to act decisively if necessary, some economists worry this ...
Stagflation is a looming economic risk—here's what it may mean for your money
Risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have risen, according to the Federal Reserve. Those factors may prompt ...
Goldman Sachs says undermining central bank independence has economic repercussions
An analysis by Goldman Sachs finds that reducing the independence of central banks like the Federal Reserve can contribute to higher inflation, lower stock prices and a weaker currency.
Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's 'termination' in blistering attack
President Trump lashed out at Powell for not acting sooner to lower interest rates. The president's own tariffs make that ...
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Powell Issues Stark Warning On Economic Toll Of Tariffs, Says Fed Is Watching CRE Lenders Closely
Although the Fed isn't facing those conditions now ... the Fed would handle policy decisions, Powell said the central bank will look at how far the economy is from reaching its two goals and ...
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Trump and Powell, Deja Vu on Interest Rates All Over Again
Back in 2019, President Donald Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell after the central bank chief had given a speech in which he said that the Fed could not offset the effects of ...