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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 ...
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.
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WATCH: Powell holds news conference after Fed leaves key interest rate unchanged
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate at 4.3 percent for the third straight meeting, after cutting it three times in ...
Understanding Jerome Powell's Role: How the Fed Chair's Influence Affects You
The Fed Chair leads the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors and chairs the Federal Open Market Committee, setting the course ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, Powell set to hold ground despite pressure from Trump
The Federal Reserve’s interest rate committee will meet Tuesday and Wednesday this week, and the central bankers appear set ...
Fed tests limits of 'wait and see': McGeever
A split is emerging between the Federal Reserve and other major central banks as they try to assess the economic impact of ...