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Fed, Trump and rates

How the Fed sets rates — and why Powell can't do what Trump wants alone

President Trump's war on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell is taking on a more aggressive form, bringing Trump a step closer to trying to oust the head of the Fed. Why it matters: Trump wants Powell to cut interest rates, but he can't actually do so unilaterally – a committee of 12 decide together.

Reuters · 17h

Why Trump's push for a 1% Fed policy rate could spell trouble for US economy

A Fed policy rate that low is not typically a sign that the U.S. is the "hottest" country in the world for investment, as Trump has said.

Fox Business on MSN · 17h

Trump urges rate cuts to boost savings, but Fed says economy is strong

Economic experts say the Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut rates despite President Donald Trump's demands due to uncertainty from tariff hikes.

Trump, Inflation and tariff

ABC News on MSN · 3h

Inflation report to arrive as Trump, Fed disagree over tariff risks

National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, a top economic advisor to Trump, on Monday rebuked concerns about tariff-related inflation. The Fed, Hassett told CNBC, has been "very, very wrong" in its assessment of a potential resurgence of price increases.

U.S. News & World Report · 12h

U.S. Inflation May Have Worsened Last Month as Trump's Tariffs Start to Bite

Inflation likely accelerated in June as sweeping tariffs on nearly all imports may have pushed up prices for electronics, appliances, and other goods, economists forecast

CNBC on MSN · 19h

Trump tariffs don't cause inflation because of 'patriotism' buying: WH advisor

President Donald Trump recently issued a raft of new tariff threats, including steep rates on dozens of countries and a new duty on copper imports.

2don MSN

Federal Reserve quietly responds to Trump administration attacks over renovation

A new "Frequently Asked Questions" page on the Federal Reserve's website defends the central bank's recent renovation project ...

21hon MSN

If Trump fires the Fed’s Powell, ‘both the currency and the bond market can collapse,’ according to Deutsche Bank

If President Trump gets his way and removes Jerome Powell as chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, the market reaction would be swift and brutal, Deutsche Bank’s George Saravelos argues. It could ...

19hon MSN

Under fire by Trump over costs, Chair Powell seeks watchdog review of Fed building overhaul

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is asking an inspector general to review the cost of the central bank’s building ...

Trump's fresh Fed attack simmers in markets

Markets either don't believe the White House attempts to force out the Federal Reserve chair will succeed, or they assume ...

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Donald Trump Considering Eliminating Capital Gains Tax: What to Know

"I think it's going to be a great incentive," Trump said when asked about a bill that could eliminate a tax on primary home sales.

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For Big Banks, the Trump Era Is Proving Profitable Thus Far

Wells Fargo also reported earnings on Tuesday, announcing a profit of $5.5 billion, up 12 percent from the same quarter a ...

Asianet Newsable on MSN7h

Jerome Powell Calls For Review Of $2.5B Fed Headquarters Project After Trump’s Blistering Criticism

Trump sharpened his attacks on Powell, after a spate of name-calling and public expression of his desire for the Fed Chair to ...

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Live updates: Trump threatens 100% secondary tariffs on Russia over the war in Ukraine

Latest news and live updates as Trump announces the U.S. will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine and meets with NATO's ...

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