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Powell faces his most pivotal test yet: Trump pressure, Fed dissent and a sky-high stock market

But this week all eyes will be on Powell as he holds a solo press conference Wednesday that will be must-watch TV amid the ...

US Fed independence under threat, say economists, but no one expects a July rate cut- Reuters poll

BENGALURU -The U.S. Federal Reserve's independence is under threat from mounting political interference, according to a clear ...
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President Trump, Fed Chair Powell in closer alignment amid EU deal

President Donald Trump has kept steady public pressure on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates, though recent gestures suggest a softening tone. Despite months of criticism, ...
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Bessent says there's no indication Powell should resign at this time

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says there’s no sign Fed Chair Powell will resign, despite Trump pressure—calling for a Fed ...

Renewed Threats To The Fed's Independence

While Trump’s dissatisfaction with the Fed and Powell is no secret, Trump’s recent remarks have exacerbated market concerns ...

The Trump-Powell feud keeps heating up. Meet the betting markets' top picks to replace the Fed chief.

Four potential Powell replacements have been shortlisted by the betting market. Here's who's in the running to be the next ...
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Trump Considers Firing Fed Chair Powell Amidst Political Tensions

President Trump hinted at possibly firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over disagreements on interest rates and ...

ST Explains: What a Trump ouster of Fed chief Powell could mean for S’pore markets

The US President has repeatedly criticised Mr Jerome Powell for being “too late” in cutting interest rates. Read more at ...