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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 ...
Jay Powell’s Trumpian dilemma
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell won’t cut interest rates today, but he might sometime soon. No matter what, he’s in a ...
Powell Emerges as a Potential Winner from the Trade Truce
The markets have come around to the Federal Reserve chairman’s cautious approach to lowering interest rates. President Trump ...
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The Fed Leaves Fed Funds Rate at 4.5% as Economic Storm Clouds Gather
The Fed is now hemmed in by a rising risk of stagflation. It doesn‘t know where the economy is headed, or is unwilling to ...
The Economy Is Slowing — Will The Fed Act In Time?
Markets had a positive week, with the major indexes advancing in the +3% range despite a slowing economy and less than ...
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.
Fed holds interest rates steady, but tariffs remain a ‘notable headwind to economic growth,' analyst says
At a press conference announcing the rate pause, Powell said that sustained tariffs will likely to drive up inflation, slow ...
The Fed held the line on interest rates. What does that mean for Californians?
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses the Economic Club of Chicago at a luncheon at the Hilton last month in Chicago.