Fed Chair Powell’s live briefing on rate policy
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 2:20 pm
Fed Chair Powell addressed market concerns with a live update that firmly rejected President Trump’s calls for rate cuts. Speaking amid rising inflation and stagflation fears, Powell outlined the Fed’s commitment to a cautious, measured monetary policy while dismissing politically charged demands for immediate easing.
Shares firm on hopes for trade deals, dollar tries to hold post-Fed bounce Reuters
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