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Why the Fed’s Waiting Game on Rate Cuts Could Extend Until September
Economists have shifted back their forecasts for lower borrowing costs as President Trump’s tariffs raised the risk of higher inflation and slower growth.
What Would It Take For The Fed To Cut Interest Rates?
In recent comments, some Federal Reserve officials have discussed the possibility of lowering the central bank's key interest rate as soon as June.
Trump Renews Criticism of Fed's Powell for Not Cutting Rates
Trump said cutting interest rates would be "like jet fuel" for the economy "but he doesn't want to do it." He said Powell is "not in love with me." The Fed this week kept short-term borrowing costs in the 4.
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 approach could make the central bank slow to respond to a downturn. Consumer sentiment has plummeted amid trade policy uncertainty,
Fed Officials Stick to Cautious Message on Rate Cuts Despite Pressure From Trump
Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, has made clear that pre-emptive interest rate cuts are not appropriate for the moment.
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 some businesses to cut back on hiring and spending, threatening to slow the economy,
Trump castigates Fed's Powell for not cutting rates, downplays inflation risk
U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his criticism on Thursday of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling him a "fool" and complaining that the Fed is refusing to lower interest rates.
American Banker18d
Waller says Fed unlikely to change rates before July
The Federal Reserve governor remains optimistic about tariffs being a one-time shock to prices, but the central bank still needs more clarity about what the policies will look like.
MarketWatch28d
Fed’s Waller says interest rates may need to be cut soon if largest Trump tariffs stay in place
Federal Reserve governor Chris Waller said Monday. As a result, interest-rate cuts would be warranted, even if the taxes on imports cause a spike in inflation. “If the slowdown is significant ...
The Australian Financial Review18d
Fed’s Waller will support rate cuts if Trump’s tariffs lead to job losses
Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller says firms may begin laying off more workers if aggressive tariff levels are ...
FXStreet18d
Fed's Waller: Rate cuts could come from rising unemployment
Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor Christopher Waller told Bloomberg ... "I'm willing to look through tariff price increases." "Rate cuts could come from rising unemployment." "Fed will look at ...
The Hill28d
Fed board member Waller sees stagflationary impact of tariffs
Christopher Waller, a member of the Federal Reserve ... Such an outcome would likely trigger more interest rate cuts at a quicker pace. “If the slowdown is significant and even threatens ...
U.S. News & World Report28d
Waller: Tariffs a Major Shock, With Wide Array of Possible Outcomes
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Trump administration's tariff policies are a major shock to the U.S. economy that could lead the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to head off recession even if ...
USA Today19d
US stocks trend up for third day on hope for June Fed rate cut. Dow adds 486 points.
U.S. stocks closed higher for the third consecutive day as investors bet a Federal Reserve rate cut could come in June to head off a recession due to tariffs. Fed Governor Christopher Waller ...