Economists have shifted back their forecasts for lower borrowing costs as President Trump’s tariffs raised the risk of higher inflation and slower growth.

In recent comments, some Federal Reserve officials have discussed the possibility of lowering the central bank's key interest rate as soon as June.

A rate cut at either the Federal Reserve’s May or June meeting seems more unlikely Thursday after the most prominent dovish member of the U.S. central bank suggested he was in no hurry to move.

Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, has made clear that pre-emptive interest rate cuts are not appropriate for the moment.

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.

The Fed should not commit to further interest rate cuts until it is clear whether the Trump administration's tariff policies lead to persistent inflation or a less serious, one-time adjustment in prices,

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,

US President Donald Trump branded Fed Chair Jerome Powell a "fool" on Thursday after the central bank announced another pause in rate cuts and warned of higher risks to inflation

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.