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Fed interest-rate cuts might not come anytime soon, two top officials say
Two senior Federal Reserve officials said Monday that they are in no rush to cut interest rates further given the uncertainty surrounding the U.S. economic outlook and the White House’s new policies,
Will Tariffs Keep the Federal Reserve From Cutting Interest Rates This Year?
Key Takeaways The looming trade war between the U.S. and its largest trading partners is making some officials at the Federal Reserve more cautious about moving interest rates.The Fed was already in "wait and see" mode,
Tariffs Could Reduce Chance Of Fed Interest Rates Cuts In 2025
Tariffs on U.S. goods and services may complicate the Federal Reserve’s decision making as market expectations for 2025 interest rate cuts decline.
Fed pauses interest rate cuts as inflation, Trump's plans create uncertainty
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged as officials grappled with uncertainty caused by inflation and President Trump's plans.
Trump: Fed's interest rate pause was 'the right thing to do'
Donald Trump said Sunday the Federal Reserve was right to keep interest rates unchanged, a new comment that comes as Fed watchers gauge the effect the president's new tariff plans will have on monetary policy.
Is the Fed interest rate pause good for mortgage rates?
It's important to understand that the Fed's decision to pause rate cuts will not directly impact mortgage rates. Mortgage rates are actually driven by a range of factors, including the Fed's rate changes. This week's Fed rate decision does, however, have a big influence on where mortgage rates could head.
What will the Fed do with interest rates and how will Trump react?
The Federal Reserve is set to announce its first interest rate decision of 2025 and with a pause expected, it could prompt President Donald Trump to renew his criticism of the central bank.
Fed's Collins says Fed can be patient on rates amid tariff uncertainty
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston President Susan Collins said Monday there's no urgency for the central bank to lower rates right now, as new trade tariffs announced by the Trump Administration could drive up inflation pressures.
President Trump says the Fed was right to stop cutting interest rates
President Donald Trump stunned reporters on Sunday night when he praised the Federal Reserve’s decision to hit pause on its rate cuts. “I’m not surprised,” he said as he arrived in Washington aboard Air Force One.
In a switch, Trump approves the Fed's decision to hold interest rates steady
President Donald Trump commended the Federal Reserve for its decision last week to leave interest rates unchanged. "Holding ...
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“We’ve got to be more careful and prudent of how fast rates could come down” says Chicago Fed chief
Austan Goolsbee says the central bank is keenly monitoring how changing economic policy is influencing inflation and ...
Fed hits pause on interest rate cuts amid Trump’s flurry of economic plans
Consumers and traders are waiting to learn if the Fed’s pause is a one-meeting hold or the start of a longer stretch.
Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged, But 2025 Cuts Are Still Expected
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on January 29, and an interest rate cut is unlikely when the Fed issues its ...
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as inflation remains above 2%
The Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its first policy meeting since President Trump's ...
‘How do I shield my retirement savings?’ I’m worried about Trump’s trade war and Fed’s willingness to cut interest rates
I’m in my 50s and concerned about interest rates, tariffs, inflation and the general performance of the economy and markets.
As the Fed pauses rates, some banks are keeping high-yield savings accounts at just under 5% interest
On January 29, the Federal Reserve chose to keep the federal funds rate steady. Here are which savings accounts offer close ...
Fed officials see inflation risks from tariff surge
Two Federal Reserve officials warned on Monday the large-scale tariffs now being pursued by the Trump Administration come ...