Fed hike narrows gap with BSP policy rate
US Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh justified the interest rate hike — the first since 2023 — saying inflation is too high and had persisted for too long,…
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In glitzy ceremony, U.S. Fed chair vows reforms
Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the new US Federal Reserve chair at the White House, pledging reform and independence amid President Donald Trump’s push for lower…
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U.S. Fed tipped holding rates steady
Fed officials are set to keep rates steady in a range of 3.50 percent to 3.75 percent, extending their pause since the start of the year.
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Political pressure on Fed seen as cautionary tale for BSP
The DOJ’s probe into the U.S. Federal Reserve has revived global concerns over central bank independence, with Wall Street leaders warning of inflation risks…
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U.S. Fed divided ahead of interest rate meet
Minutes from the Fed’s most recent meeting showed many officials expect a further uptick in underlying goods inflation as President Donald Trump’s tariffs bite.
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Second Fed slash seen amid shutdown
Analysts and traders expect the bank to plough ahead with a quarter percentage-point cut, lowering its key lending rate to between 3.75 percent and 4.00…
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Fed exec sees Oct. cut likely
‘It’s important that while we’re providing support to the labor market, that we continue to lean against any potential persistence in inflation, whether that…
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U.S. Fed sets first rate cut as tension mounts
Analysts now broadly expect a 25 basis points rate cut at the end of its two-day meeting on Wednesday, as hiring slows.
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U.S. Fed poised for first rate cut of 2025 as political tension mounts
The US Federal Reserve is poised to deliver its first rate cut of the year amid a softer jobs market, renewed inflation worries, and rising political pressure…
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Fed gov challenges termination by Trump
Lisa Cook seeks a decision to confirm her status as a Fed governor.
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Dow hits record after Fed chair signals cut
US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signals possible interest rate cuts, boosting the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq to new highs amid inflation and job market…
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U.S. Fed official says jobs report confirms 'signs of fragility' in market
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said inflation from President Donald Trump’s tariffs will likely be temporary and urged easing policy to protect jobs,…
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Trump tariffs shift weighs on sentiment
Briefing.com analyst Patrick O’Hare said investors were reassured by a midday appearance from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who said the US central bank is in no…
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