Fed, Jerome Powell and Interest Rates

Jerome Powell says Fed Isn't in Hurry to Cut Interest Rates
"The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in a hurry to lower rates," Powell said Thursday in Dallas.
Powell says the Fed doesn't need to be 'in a hurry' to reduce interest rates
"The strength we are currently seeing in the economy gives us the ability to approach our decisions carefully," Powell said.
Stock market today: Indexes fall as Powell says the Fed is in no hurry to cut interest rates
Indexes slipped as traders zeroed in on remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who said the central bank is in no hurry to cut rates amid a strong economy.
Fed has time to see what Trump policies mean for the economy, Powell says
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said on Thursday the U.S. central bank has time before it needs to adapt its policymaking thinking due to the return of President-elect Donald Trump to the White House.
Fed's Powell: Economy "remarkably good," no need to hurry lowering rates
The U.S. economy is in strong shape, Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said Thursday, which means the central bank can move carefully as it cuts interest rates. Why it matters: The direction of Fed policy is clear — the central bank is likely to cut interest rates further — but Powell's remarks indicate that it is uncertain how fast and how far those rate reductions will be.
Federal Reserve is confident that recalibrating policy will lead to 2% inflation: Powell
Stay informed on the latest insights from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and their impact on the financial markets.
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