The economy grew 2.3% in the fourth quarter. What it could mean for Fed rate cuts
The U.S. economy grew 2.3% in the fourth quarter as consumers again powered gains. Here's what the showing could mean for Fed plans for more rate cuts
Key takeaways from the Fed’s decision to pause interest rate cuts
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday hit pause on interest rate cuts in its first key decision of President Donald Trump’s second term.
Fed's rate pause could spell trouble for the U.S. economy
Brian Jacobsen, chief economist at Annex Wealth, joined TheStreet to discuss what higher for longer rates means for the economy in 2025. Related: Major housing analyst unveils mortgage forecast ahead of Fed meeting CONWAY GITTENS: So,
Fed leaning toward more rate cuts amid uncertainty, Barkin says
The U.S. Federal Reserve is still leaning toward further rate cuts this year, although uncertainty about the impact of new Trump administration initiatives on things like tariffs, immigration and regulations will need to be better understood,
No need to hike interest rates unless economy is overheating, Fed’s Barkin says
The only reason for the Federal Reserve to hike rates would be if the economy was overheating and there are no signs of that in the data, Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin said Wednesday. “I see inflation coming down,
Fed leans toward more rate cuts, awaits policy impacts: Barkin
The U.S. Federal Reserve is considering additional rate cuts this year, according to Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin. However, the potential effects of new policy initiatives from the Trump administration,
Fed's Barkin still eyes 2025 for rates cuts with lower inflation
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Tom Barkin is keeping the door open for interest-rate cuts this year, even as economic uncertainties loom large. Speaking to Bloomberg TV, Barkin specifically pointed to uncertainty over how the latest measures taken by the Trump administration will play out,
Fed Vice Chair Jefferson advocates remaining cautious on rates as policy drama unfolds
Jefferson echoed recent statements from other officials that it's in the Fed's best interest to move slowly as it evaluates ...
Fed Official Pushes Back on Pre-emptive Policy Moves
Mary C. Daly, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, said the central bank needed to assess the “scope, ...
‘How do I shield my retirement savings?’ I’m worried about Trump’s trade war and Fed’s willingness to cut interest rates
The direction the U.S. economy is headed is frightening for someone with only 14 years before retirement, especially with my ...
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The Fed will likely stand pat after flurry of rate cuts. After that? It's anybody's guess.
Another possibility: Trump’s blueprint could drive inflation higher while also weakening the economy – an unusual tandem that would pose a vexing dilemma for the Fed. Cut? Hike? Stand pat?
The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Ticked Up Slightly in December
The central bank needs to see further progress on inflation or weakness in the labor market to resume interest rate cuts.
Fed’s Barkin Says Officials Want Clarity on Policies, Growth
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Thomas Barkin joined a chorus of central bank officials who’ve said they need more time to understand where the US economy and inflation are headed amid ...
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How the economy responds to Fed decisions is … complicated
Usually, housing is very sensitive to Fed rate changes. But the last few cuts have actually corresponded with mortgage rate ...
U.S. economy grew at a healthy 2.3% pace last quarter, driven by increased consumer spending
The U.S. economic outlook has become more cloudy, however. Trump has promised to cut taxes and ease regulations on business, ...
Charting the Global Economy: Fed Holds While ECB Lowers Rates
Federal Reserve officials are treading cautiously on interest rates against a backdrop of sturdy US economic activity and a ...