In June 2008, inflation was elevated — significantly exceeding the Federal Reserve’s 2% target — amid a sharp increase in oil prices. However, an additional issue arose: a subprime housing crisis driven by toxic mortgage assets. The crisis was of Read More …
President Donald Trump announced on Friday his nomination of Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as the 17th chair of the Federal Reserve, following the conclusion of Powell’s term in May. “I am pleased to announce that I am nominating Read More …
President Donald Trump is set to reveal his selection for the next chair of the Federal Reserve on Friday morning. Among the finalists is an individual who fulfills numerous criteria: BlackRock executive Rick Rieder. The prominent investor commands the respect Read More …
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday opted to maintain interest rates at their current levels, as the central bank seeks to preserve its autonomy in setting monetary policy free from political pressures. Officials maintained their benchmark lending rate within a range Read More …
President Donald Trump may reveal his nominee for the next Federal Reserve chair as early as this week, indicating that his selection should advocate for substantial interest rate reductions. However, the individual selected will encounter a new policymaking committee — Read More …
The quest for a successor to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has evolved once more, as an unexpected candidate emerges with increasing support: Rick Rieder of BlackRock. Although the decision remains uncertain, sources that the finance executive made a favorable Read More …
This week, a crucial Supreme Court case regarding presidential power threatens the Federal Reserve’s capacity to establish interest rates free from political influence, a fundamental aspect of US economic policy. Oral arguments are scheduled for 10 a.m. regarding the case Read More …
President Donald Trump has indicated that he anticipates nominating a new chair for the Federal Reserve within this month. When that occurs, Trump will have exhausted his justifications: This will formally be recognized as his economy, for better or worse. Read More …
The major U.S. index futures indicate a nearly unchanged opening on Tuesday, suggesting that stocks may exhibit a lack of direction in the wake of the previous session’s weakness. Traders might exhibit caution in executing substantial transactions prior to the Read More …
President Donald Trump consistently seizes the chance to critique his predecessor regarding economic matters, asserting that former President Joe Biden is responsible for the inflation crisis. However, certain economic proposals put forth by Trump are beginning to resemble those of Read More …