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BlackRock's Rieder as Fed Chair Candidate Stirs Policy Shift Debate
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

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
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

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
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

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
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

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
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

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
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

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.

Fed Minutes Signal Slower Rate Cut Path, Rattling Investor Hopes
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

Fed Minutes Signal Slower Rate Cut Path, Rattling Investor Hopes

December meeting notes show officials see only one 25-basis-point cut in 2026, a more cautious approach than markets had priced in, stalling recent equity rallies.

Fed Minutes Show Deep Divisions on Future Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve
2mo ago

Fed Minutes Show Deep Divisions on Future Rate Cuts

The central bank's December meeting records reveal a 9-3 vote for a rate cut, with officials split on the timing and necessity of further easing in 2026.