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Fed faces divided debate ahead of expected rate cut
A divided Fed heads into a contentious meeting as Chair Jerome Powell seeks support for a third rate cut amid weak hiring and high inflation.
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge stayed elevated in September as spending weakened
Inflation stayed steady in September, easing the path for a possible Fed rate cut next week as consumer spending slows and job losses rise.
Fed may soon start buying bonds to manage market liquidity, Williams says
New York Fed President John Williams said the central bank may soon restart bond purchases to maintain control of short-term rates.
Atlanta Fed’s Raphael Bostic to retire in February
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic will retire in February, opening a key Fed seat as Trump seeks more influence over the central bank.
Fed cuts key rate again to support slowing economy
The Federal Reserve lowered its key rate to 3.9%, its second cut this year, aiming to boost hiring as inflation remains elevated.
Fed expected to cut interest rate again Wednesday
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its key rate Wednesday, likely followed by another in December to support U.S. hiring.
Powell signals more Fed rate cuts amid hiring slowdown
Fed Chair Jerome Powell said slowing hiring raises risks for the U.S. economy, signaling two more rate cuts are likely this year.
Fed minutes show split on future interest rate cuts
Fed minutes reveal support for more rate cuts this year but highlight divisions over inflation risks and economic slowdown.
Key US inflation gauge holds mostly steady though core inflation ticks higher
The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge held at 2.6% in July, though core inflation ticked up, keeping rates steady despite Trump’s tariffs.
Powell signals possible Fed rate cut, faces Trump pressure
Powell signals Fed could cut rates by September, balancing inflation and growth risks amid Trump pressure.
Powell signals Fed may cut rates soon even as inflation risks remain
Fed Chair Jerome Powell said a rate cut may come in the months ahead but gave no timing, citing risks from both inflation and unemployment.
Trump narrows Fed chair candidates to four, excluding Treasury Secretary Bessent
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he’s whittled down his list of potential Federal Reserve chair candidates to four as he considers a successor to Jerome Powell — a choice that could reset the path of the U.S. economy. Asked on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” for a future replacement to Powell, Trump named Kevin […]
