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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 ...
Trump calls Fed Chair Jerome Powell a "fool" for keeping interest rates steady
President Trump on Thursday criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for holding interest rates steady at the Fed's May ...
Fed chair Powell says 'economy is doing fine' despite declining consumer sentiment
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on May 7 said "the economy is doing fine" during a news conference after the Federal Open ...
Fed's Powell Highlights 'Unusual Swing’ in GDP, But It Isn't Enough to Shift Policy
Fed Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged that the contraction in the U.S. economy in the first quarter was notable, but ...
Trump wants the Fed to cut rates on Wednesday. Will Jerome Powell oblige?
President Trump wants the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. Here's what experts predict at the central bank's May 7 ...
Fed’s Powell Says Risks of Higher Unemployment, Inflation Have Risen
Fed Chair Jerome Powell kicked off his post-meeting press conference by saying the central bank remains “squarely focused” on ...
Why Fed’s Powell Needs to Pay Close Attention to First Trade Deal
Fed warns of growing economic uncertainty, Trump flags first trade deal, White House to revamp AI chip export curbs, and more ...