federal-reserve News
Supreme Court to Weigh President's Power to Fire Fed Governors
The case, Trump v. Cook, challenges the 'for cause' removal protection that has insulated the central bank from political pressure for over a century, raising questions about its future independence.
Bessent Admonishes Powell, Fueling Fed Independence Concerns
Treasury Secretary's rare public rebuke of the Fed Chair's planned Supreme Court appearance adds to market uncertainty over monetary policy and political pressure.
BlackRock's Rieder as Fed Chair Candidate Stirs Policy Shift Debate
The potential nomination of the influential bond manager signals a possible pivot from the central bank's current high-rate strategy, prompting market reevaluation.
Trump Signals Powell to Remain Fed Chair, Easing Market Jitters
Former President's comments to Reuters reduce uncertainty over the central bank's leadership and policy continuity, a key concern for investors.
US Markets Brace for Turmoil as Fed Chair Faces Criminal Probe
An unprecedented criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve Chair has sent shockwaves through global markets, raising profound questions about the central bank's independence and future of US monetary policy.
Fed's Musalem Signals Patience on Rates in First Major Policy Speech
In his debut remarks, the St. Louis Fed President called policy 'well positioned,' suggesting a high bar for further near-term rate reductions.
Fed's 2026 Policy Committee Skews Hawkish, Stirring Market Concerns
Reports of a more aggressive voting rotation on the Federal Open Market Committee spark fears of higher interest rates and potential economic headwinds.
Dollar Hits One-Week High as Fed Minutes Reveal Rate Cut Doubts
Internal division among FOMC officials over the timing of monetary easing prompts markets to scale back bets on aggressive 2025 rate cuts.