General News September 16, 2026
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates for First Time Since 2023
Trump said on social media following the move that U.S. interest rates should be at 1% or lower, but stopped short of calling out Warsh.
General News September 16, 2026
Trump said on social media following the move that U.S. interest rates should be at 1% or lower, but stopped short of calling out Warsh.
Economy August 13, 2026
The consumer price index, excluding often-volatile food and energy categories, increased 0.2% from a month earlier, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data out Wednesday.
Economy July 30, 2026
The committee voted 9-3 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5% to 3.75%.
General News June 29, 2026
Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. announced two opinions, one of which bolstered the president's power as the chief executive and a second which said this authority did not extend to the Federal Reserve board.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on March 19 said there is “concern” among Federal Open Market Committee members over troubling trends in the U.S. job market.
Technology February 25, 2026
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook warned the U.S. central bank may not be able to counter rising unemployment driven by adoption of artificial intelligence.
General News January 12, 2026
The unprecedented move by the Trump administration marks an escalation of President Donald Trump’s longstanding feud with the Fed chair.
General News December 10, 2025
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Chair Jerome Powell suggested the Fed had now done enough to bolster the threat to employment while leaving rates high enough to continue weighing on price pressures.
Payroll November 5, 2025
Stephen Miran on Wednesday described data that showed employment at U.S. firms increased in October as “a welcome surprise,” though he reiterated interest rates need to be lower.
Small Business July 2, 2025
The Fed has held off on lowering interest rates this year—despite intense pressure from President Donald Trump—in part to determine whether tariff-driven price hikes might evolve into more persistent inflation.
General News June 24, 2025
U.S. consumer confidence unexpectedly declined in June, underscoring lingering anxiety about the potential impacts on the economy and job market from higher U.S. import duties.
General News March 19, 2025
Federal Reserve officials held their benchmark interest rate steady for a second straight meeting, though they telegraphed expectations for slower economic growth and higher inflation.