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Fed’s Powell warns tariffs may upset inflation-growth balance

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell expressed concern over achieving the central bank’s dual mandate as tariffs are likely to drive inflation higher while weakening economic growth. His comments added further pressure on US stock markets and the US dollar on Wednesday.

Economy

Fed headache ahead as tariffs fuel higher prices and slower hiring

The prospect of high inflation stemming from widespread tariffs along with weaker hiring could put the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot, Fed policymakers said in minutes from last month's meeting.

Economy

Fed rate pause: Bank forecasts slower US growth and higher inflation

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged as expected but downgraded its economic outlook, citing slower growth and higher inflation due to Trump’s tariffs. Wall Street staged a relief rally after Fed Chair Jerome Powell downplayed inflation concerns.

Economy

To cut or not to cut? US Fed faces stubborn inflation and weak growth

Faced with persistent inflation and a slowing economy, the Federal Reserve finds itself in a tight spot ahead of its interest rate decision this week.

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Economy

OECD trims eurozone growth outlook as global trade tensions bite

The OECD has lowered its eurozone GDP growth forecast to 1.0% for 2025, down from 1.3% in December, citing weak investment and rising geopolitical risks. Global growth is also revised down to 3.1% as trade disruptions weigh on sentiment.

Economy

US stocks rally as inflation cools and euro holds four-month highs

US stocks rallied as February’s inflation data came in lower than expected, boosting hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts later this year. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, while the Nasdaq 100 jumped 1.5%. Meanwhile, the euro held at a four-month high.

Economy

US inflation cools despite Trump trade war threatening price lifts

Price pressures eased more than expected in February, a relief for US consumers concerned about looming tariff effects.

Economy

US's Fed Reserve looks to pause rate cuts as inflation risk rises

According to recently released minutes of the 28-29 January meeting, officials said President Trump's proposed tariffs and mass deportations of migrants, as well as strong consumer spending, were factors that could push inflation higher this year.

Business

US economic growth slower than expected at the end of last year

US economic growth slowed more than expected at the end of last year, according to latest data released on Thursday.

Economy

Federal Reserve holds rates steady: Policy divergence with ECB widens

The Fed kept rates steady at 4.25%-4.50%, signalling caution amid strong US growth and elevated inflation. Meanwhile, the ECB faces pressure to cut rates further as the eurozone economy weakens. The euro fell to 1.04.

Markets

Euro falls to its lowest level in two years against the dollar

The euro declined further against the US dollar to a fresh low in over two years amid concerns about the Eurozone’s economy, Trump’s tariffs, and monetary policy discrepancy between the ECB and the Fed.

Economy

ECB interest rate cuts in 2025: How low could they go?

The ECB is expected to cut rates further in 2025 as weak growth and cooling inflation persist. While markets predict a drop to 2%, some analysts suggest deeper cuts could follow if trade risks and global uncertainties escalate.

Economy

Stocks plunge as Federal Reserve's tilt triggers ‘Black Wednesday’

Fed sparks market rout: Wall Street plunged, the dollar hit two-year highs, and Treasury yields spiked as Powell struck a hawkish tone, warning of inflation risks and cautious rate cuts ahead. Bitcoin slid 5% after Powell ruled out a US crypto reserve tool.

Economy

US Federal Reserve set to announce quarter-point cut to its key rate

Federal Reserve officials on Wednesday will likely signal a slower pace of interest rate cuts next year compared with the past few months, which would mean that Americans might enjoy only slight relief from still-high borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards.

Markets

Markets week ahead: Eurozone business activities and Fed rate decision

Market movements this week will hinge on eurozone business activity data and key interest rate decisions by major central banks, including the Fed, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan.

Markets

Hopes of a US interest rate cut on inflation data helps Nasdaq soar

US stock indexes returned to positive territory as the latest update on inflation appeared to clear the way for more help for the economy from the Federal Reserve.

Markets

Markets lookahead: EU economy and US inflation figures in focus

Following a volatile week, market participants will shift their attention back to major economic indicators from key economies, particularly US inflation data and Chinese economic figures, this week.

Economy

Fed cuts rates as Powell ignores Trump-fuelled inflation risk

The US Federal Reserve has lowered rates by 0.25%, as expected. Markets see potential for a further cut in December, while concerns rise over fiscal impacts and inflation under a Trump presidency.

Economy

Federal Reserve set to cut rates as post-election uncertainty grows

The US Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates again this week as post-election uncertainty grows.

Economy

Is the Fed's independence under threat from new Trump administration?

Donald Trump's proposed tariffs and tax cuts could drive inflation, pressuring the Federal Reserve toward a hawkish stance. Trump has also expressed intent to influence the Fed's decisions, potentially clashing with the central bank's autonomy.

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