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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 ...
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 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.
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 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 ...
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 ...
As Fed Holds Rates Steady, Powell Says Next Step Is ‘Not at All Clear’
The central bank stuck to a wait-and-see approach as officials brace for President Trump’s tariffs to stoke higher inflation ...
Fed might have to pick between solving unemployment or inflation, Powell says
“We may never face it, but we have to keep it in our thinking now,” Powell said.
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 ...