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Fed Chair Jerome Powell Emphasizes Independence: No Presidential Meetings Requested

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell asserts his independence, stating he has never and will never request meetings with any president, highlighting the Fed's operational autonomy f...

Economy

Fed Chair Powell Hints at Potential Policy Shifts Amid Rising Unemployment Concerns

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggests that increasing unemployment rates may lead to changes in the Fed's monetary policy, with potential wide-ranging effects on the economy...

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Fed Chair Powell Warns: Sustained Tariff Hikes Could Escalate Inflation and Economic Slowdown

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns that sustained US tariff increases could lead to higher inflation, slower economic growth, and more unemployment, following the Fed's deci...

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Fed Chair Powell Asserts Independence: Trump's Rate Cut Comments Won't Sway Our Decisions

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell asserts the Fed's independence from political influence, emphasizing decisions are based solely on economic data and risks, not President Trump'...

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Powell Warns of Potential Economic Shock from Tariffs, Yet Data Remains Unaffected

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell discusses the lack of significant economic impacts from tariffs in current data but warns of potential future shocks including higher inflati...

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Fed Chair Powell Warns: Rising Tariffs Could Halt Inflation Progress and Economic Growth

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns that rising tariffs could disrupt inflation control and economic growth, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring of economic data befo...

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Fed Chair Powell Advocates Patience in Monetary Policy Adjustments Amid Economic Strength

Fed Chair Jerome Powell highlights a patient approach to monetary policy adjustments, citing a solid U.S. economy and cooling inflation, but warns of potential tariff impacts.

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German Chancellor Urges Swift EU Ratification of Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Opposition

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for rapid EU ratification of the Mercosur trade deal during his Paris visit, highlighting the agreement's importance and the challenges it fa...