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Exclusive: Fed’s Hammack wants clear data before moving on rates, not much data by June
The Federal Reserve needs more time to see how the economy responds to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff and other ...
Powell says Fed can wait to lower interest rates again. But will it wait too long?
Jerome Powell said the Federal Reserve can wait to see which effect from Trump's tariffs is worse - high inflation or a weak ...
Why the Fed’s Waiting Game on Rate Cuts Could Extend Until September
Economists have shifted back their forecasts for lower borrowing costs as President Trump’s tariffs raised the risk of higher ...
Fed Doesn’t Cut Interest Rates Again—Despite Trump’s Demands—As It Warns Of Higher Unemployment Risk
The Fed is in a “good place to wait and see” before moving on interest rates, Powell said Wednesday. “We don't think we need ...
Fed's Musalem: Should not commit to rate cuts until tariff impact becomes certain
The Fed should not commit to further interest rate cuts until it is clear whether the Trump administration's tariff policies ...
Why the Fed Isn’t Ready to Join Other Central Banks in Cutting Rates
The U.S. faces risks of higher inflation and unemployment. Countries without tax hikes on imports are focused on the hit to ...
Fed meeting recap: Powell rules out a preemptive rate cut to blunt any tariff impact
The central bank held steady on rates, keeping them at a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, but highlighted rising inflation risk.
Fed holds interest rates steady, defying pressure from Trump
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, just weeks after President Donald Trump intensified calls for ...
New York Fed President Focuses on Inflation as Tariffs Shake Up Economy
Policymakers face a scenario that could force a choice between keeping prices in check and maximizing employment.
Mortgage rates: How the Fed's May decision could shape coming months
Get the latest on mortgage rates today and hear how the Fed's May decision and tariffs could affect current and future ...
Fed's Independent Structure Has Proved Its Worth, Waller Says
Economic stability is "enhanced by having a group of individuals set policy who could not be removed from office," said ...