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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 ...
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 meeting as it happened: Powell on Trump's tariffs and uncertainty
The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged, cites rising risks of higher inflation and unemployment. Chairman Jerome Powell ...
Federal Reserve Meeting Live: Chair Jerome Powell Says There's Still Room For Patience
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated the need for a wait-and-see approach during a press conference following the ...
Fed chair Jerome Powell cites 'uncertainty' as central bank holds key rate steady
Despite pressure from President Donald Trump to slash interest rates, the Federal Reserve was expected to stick to its ...
Trump is bashing Jerome Powell again after the Fed keeps interest rates steady
President Trump called out Jerome Powell in a Truth Social post for not lowering interest rates this week, continuing his ...
Transcript: Fed Chief Jerome Powell’s Postmeeting Press Conference
The Fed leader discussed the decision to hold rates steady, the outlook for inflation and the economy, and the possible ...
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 ...
Federal Reserve official sees signs of slowing economy but not ready to cut rates
A top Federal Reserve official said Friday that massive uncertainty created by President Donald Trump's tariffs has caused ...
Powell Says Fed Won’t Be Rushed, Outlook Depends on White House
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made clear he won’t be rushed into lowering borrowing costs until there’s more certainty ...