US EditionThe Fed faces two potential economic crises. It can prioritize just one
- On Tuesday, Federal Reserve officials convened in Washington for a two-day meeting to evaluate interest rates and assess the state of the economy.
- This meeting follows uncertainty caused by President Trump's intermittent tariff rollouts, which have unsettled investors and slowed growth forecasts.
- Policymakers face the challenge of balancing inflation and unemployment, with rates near desired levels and a key lending rate steady at 4.25 to 4.50 percent since December.
- Financial markets assign about a 97 percent probability that the Fed will pause rate changes this week, with Chair Jerome Powell expected to announce the decision Wednesday.
- The Fed's pause suggests a cautious approach while awaiting clearer economic impacts from tariffs, signaling continued vigilance over inflation and employment outcomes.
61 Articles
61 Articles
US Stocks Likely To Open Higher Ahead Of Fed's Verdict On Interest Rates: 'A Short Bout Of Stagflation Is Likely,' Says Expert - Arista Networks (NYSE:ANET), Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD)
U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday after two days of decline on Tuesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were higher in premarket. The upmove comes after the U.S. and China agreed to hold high-level trade talks in Switzerland this weekend, their first major meeting since President Donald Trump initiated the trade war, amid growing U.S. market concerns over tariff impacts. Investors will await the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates…
The Fed faces two potential economic crises. It can prioritize just one
President Donald Trump’s sweeping economic agenda is putting the Federal Reserve in a difficult situation it hasn’t confronted in decades. The topic is front and center for central bank officials as they convene for their two-day policy meeting this week.
Global Markets Falter Amid Trade Uncertainties and Fed Speculations
Global Markets Falter Amid Trade Uncertainties and Fed Speculations Global markets experienced a downturn on Tuesday as U.S. trade negotiations remain uncertain, and investors await critical updates from the Federal Reserve. MSCI's global equities index saw a decline, and the U.S. dollar weakened, reflecting broader apprehensions within the global economy.Despite the market's cautious outlook, oil futures saw a remarkable rebound from Monday's l…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 58% of the sources are Center
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage
