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Jerome Powell says the Fed can afford to wait and see before cutting rates. Other economists aren’t so sure
While Fed Chair Jerome Powell suggested it’s in a “good position” to act decisively if necessary, some economists worry this ...
Fed chair Powell says 'economy is doing fine' despite declining consumer sentiment
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on May 7 said "the economy is doing fine" during a news conference after the Federal Open ...
Stagflation is a looming economic risk—here's what it may mean for your money
Risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have risen, according to the Federal Reserve. Those factors may prompt ...
Federal Reserve leaves key rate unchanged as it sees risk of higher prices and higher unemployment
At the moment, Powell said, there’s too much uncertainty ... “The combination of the two-sided risk assessment and the ...
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WATCH: Powell holds news conference after Fed leaves key interest rate unchanged
Watch Powell’s remarks in our player ... “The combination of the two-sided risk assessment and the characterization of the economy as solid suggest the Committee is not looking to tee up ...
Fed warns economic risks rising because of tariff hikes
Fed chair Jerome Powell noted that surveys of households and businesses had reported a “sharp decline in sentiment and ...
Fed might have to pick between solving unemployment or inflation, Powell says
Fed Chair Jerome Powell said the current size and scale of tariffs, if left unchanged, would likely cause both unemployment ...
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Jerome Powell says the Fed can afford to wait and see before cutting rates. Other economists aren’t so sure
“It’s still a healthy economy,” Powell said, “albeit one that is ... He stressed that such a scenario hasn’t played out yet. “The assessment is, you wait,” the Fed chair said.