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Federal Open Market Committee meeting on interest rate policy at the Federal Reserve, in Washington
Jul 17, 2026

Fed rate-hike voices swell before July decision, rates still seen on hold

Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack calls for interest rate hikes to combat persistent inflation ahead of the Fed's July meeting.

Fed Chair Warsh testifies before House Financial Services Committee in Washington
Jul 14, 2026

Fed chief Warsh vows to ‘do my job’ if challenged by Trump

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh pledges to maintain Fed independence and focus on inflation control despite pressure from President Donald Trump.

Christopher J. Waller, member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, enters for the morning session at the ECB Forum, in Sintra, Portugal June 30, 2026. REUTERS/Pedro Rocha/File Photo
Jul 13, 2026

Fed’s Waller says rate hike may be needed if core inflation stays hot

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller warns of a possible near-term rate hike if core inflation remains above the 2% target amid rising price pressures.

John C. Williams, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, speaks in New York
Jul 9, 2026

Fed’s Williams expects energy prices to abate even as Iran war flares

New York Federal Reserve President John Williams doesn't expect sustained rise in energy prices.

New U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh holds a press conference following a two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), at the U.S. Federal Reserve in Washington, D.C., U.S. June 17, 2026. REUTERS/Eric Lee
Jun 17, 2026

Fed begins Warsh era by keeping rates on hold, sees one hike later this year

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but projects one hike later this year amid inflation concerns under new chairman Kevin Warsh.

Incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh stands in the East Room during his swearing-in ceremony, at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 22, 2026. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
May 22, 2026

Warsh takes the Fed’s helm as inflation climbs, consumer sentiment dives

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair facing high inflation and debate over interest rate policy amid economic shocks and AI-driven changes.

Kevin Warsh, U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to be next chair of the Federal Reserve, testifies before a Senate Banking Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 21, 2026. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo
May 13, 2026

Warsh has big plans for the Fed, but results may take time

Kevin Warsh returns to lead the Federal Reserve with a reform agenda focused on inflation monitoring and communication amid market and political pressures.

Panel before the “Strengthening America’s Economy Through Rural Investment: a Working Forum”, in Washington
May 13, 2026

Fed’s Collins says rate hikes may be needed to quell inflation 

Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins said rate hikes may be needed if inflation pressures persist amid Middle East conflict risks.

A "now hiring" sign is displayed on a local business after, U.S. employment growth slowed more than expected in July, in Encinitas, California, U.S. August 1, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
May 8, 2026

April jobs report shows continued strength

The US labor market added 115,000 jobs in april with unemployment steady at 4.3%, signaling economic resilience and influencing Federal Reserve policy.

Renovations continue at the Federal Reserve Board building in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 14, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 8, 2026

Strong US jobs data complicates any Warsh push for lower rates

Strong U.S. jobs data in April challenges Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh's hopes for rate cuts amid inflation and geopolitical risks.

An employee hiring sign with a QR code is seen in a window of a business in Arlington, Virginia, U.S., April 7, 2023. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 7, 2026

US labor market stable as layoffs remain low

The US labor market remains stable with low layoffs and steady job openings, easing concerns despite the US-israel war impact on oil prices.

A street sign for Wall Street hangs in front of the New York Stock Exchange May 8, 2013. Stocks pushed further into record territory on Wednesday, driving the S&P 500 to an all-time high close for a fifth day, helped by strength in financials and technology. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson (UNITED STATES - Tags: BUSINESS)
May 4, 2026

U.S. equity fund inflows ease to a six-week low

U.S. equity fund inflows dropped to a six-week low as investors reacted to crude oil price surges and Federal Reserve policy uncertainty.

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