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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 ...
Vance says Powell is a ‘nice guy’ who is ‘wrong about almost everything’
Vice President Vance praised Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell as a person during a recent interview but argued that Powell ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Why Fed’s Powell Needs to Pay Close Attention to First Trade Deal
Fed warns of growing economic uncertainty, Trump flags first trade deal, White House to revamp AI chip export curbs, and more ...