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As tariffs darken the economic outlook, Trump sizes up Powell as a scapegoat
Donald Trump is showing why independent central banks are a good idea. The president’s double tirade against Federal Reserve ...
Firing or not, Trump may be setting up Powell as the fall guy if the economy tanks
Trump has heaped criticism on the Fed chair in recent weeks for not lowering interest rates. Sources tell BI they see it as a ...
Trumpworld talks out of both sides of its mouth on tariffs and trade
Analysis: Trump’s tariffs might upset the tummy of Wall Street. But its the inconsistency that will give investors heartburn ...
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Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him
The Fed, under Powell’s leadership, has so far succeeded in tamping down the fastest inflation in more than 40 years without a recession, an exceptionally rare feat known as a “soft landing.” ...
Markets tumble as Trump calls for ‘loser’ Fed chair to lower interest rates
U.S. Stock markets opened the day down and then fell further after U.S. President Donald Trump said Federal Reserve Chair ...
The Day Ahead: Markets Rally Today on Trump’s Softer Tone Toward Powell, China Tariffs
Markets rally ahead of the opening after Trump eases Powell removal threats and hints at lower China tariffs, boosting risk ...
Trump’s tariffs are ‘likely’ to push prices up, Fed chief warns, prompting market slide
The Fed chief warns higher inflation is likely, although officials routinely say their outlook depends on how Trump’s ...