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The Fed could find itself in a policy Catch-22 if tariffs spike inflation and slow growth
Many economists expect the tariffs both to raise prices and shave the pace of gross domestic product.CNBC - 4h -
Fed Official Pushes Back on Pre-emptive Policy Moves
Mary C. Daly, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, said the central bank needed to assess the “scope, magnitude and timing” of President Trump’s policies.The New York Times - 15h -
An omega-3 dose a day could slow ageing process, ‘healthspan’ trial finds
Daily gram of essential fatty acid leads to ‘three to four months rejuvenation of biological age’ over three years. A daily dose of omega-3 oils may slow the ageing process, according to a major ...The Guardian - 1d -
EU will stand up for itself in face of Trump tariffs threat, Macron says
French president and other leaders call for cooperation with Washington but vow a robust response if needed. Trump tariffs live – latest updates Europe live – latest updates The EU will ...The Guardian - 1d -
Inflation will slow this year, allowing Fed to cut rates further, says former St. Louis Fed chief
Former St. Louis Federal President James Bullard said that inflation will slow markedly this year, allowing the central bank to continue to lower interest rates.MarketWatch - 1d -
Trump tariffs-led spike in energy prices is temporary, oil prices could ‘plummet’ as global growth slows
Oil prices are likely to fall in the longer run after the initial jump following Donald Trump's implementation of hefty tariffs, said industry watchers.CNBC - 1d -
Wealth divide will steepen as climate change spikes insurance costs, report finds
Climbing temperatures are sharpening economic divides in American communities, a new report has found. Rising insurance rates are increasingly making broad swaths of the country's biggest cities ...The Hill - 1d -
India set for blockbuster IPO year despite slowing economic growth
Public flotations could raise more than $23bn in 2025 as local demand keeps valuations highFinancial Times - 2d -
Tariffs Could Inflate Food Prices Despite Trump Pledge to Lower Costs
Though Trump pledged to lower grocery prices, tariffs could raise prices.Inc. - 3d -
High Inflation and New Tariffs Will Make the Fed’s Job Tougher
Fresh tariffs amid high inflation are making the Fed’s job uniquely difficult and feeding uncertainty about what to expect for interest rates this year.The New York Times - 4d -
Key Fed measure shows core inflation at 2.8%, in line with expectations
The personal consumption expenditures price index for December was expected to show a 2.6% increase on an annual basisCNBC - 4d -
Inflation Ticked Up in December, Fed’s Preferred Measure Shows
The central bank needs to see further progress on inflation or weakness in the labor market to resume interest rate cuts.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump says the Fed "has failed" to stop inflation
After three consecutive interest rate cuts, the Federal Reserve has decided to hit the pause button, citing a solid job market and stubborn inflation. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly ...CBS News - 6d -
Bond ETFs slip as Fed Chair Powell waits on White House policies
The Fed has paused its rate-cutting cycle.MarketWatch - 6d -
Trump accuses Fed, Powell of creating inflation on heels of rate decision
Trump, who appointed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, has called for lower interest rates and said the president should get a say on the Fed's rate decisions.CNBC - 6d -
Job Market ‘Solid,’ Inflation ‘Remains Somewhat Elevated,’ Fed Says
Despite inflation, all told, the economy is holding steady.Inc. - 6d -
Fed holds interest rates steady as inflation remains above 2%
The Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its first policy meeting since President Trump's inauguration.CBS News - 6d -
Fed holds rates steady, takes less confident view on inflation
The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate in check Wednesday, reversing a recent trend of easing policy.CNBC - 6d -
A Fed on Hold, for Now, Eyes Strong Jobs, Easing Inflation
Economic trends appear to be moving in the right direction, and the central bank is likely to adopt a hands-off approach at its meeting next week.Inc. - Jan. 24 -
Texas Instruments finally sees growth on the horizon, but it’s a slow recovery
The semiconductor company predicts a return to growth after more than two years of revenue declines, but the industrial and automotive markets have yet to bottom.MarketWatch - Jan. 24 -
Solo Vacations: Group ‘Friend-Finding’ Trips Are Catching On
A growing number of tour operators are bringing individual travelers together for professionally planned trips with a new emphasis on making friends.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
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Trump’s policies risk stoking inflation and preventing rate cuts, IMF warns
Taking drive for deregulation too far could push the US on to a ‘dangerous boom-bust path’, fund cautionsFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
California wildfires could slow the economy and boost inflation — and that’s not even the worst of it, economists say
There were 27 natural disasters that cost at least $1 billion in 2024, well above the annual average of nine such events from 1980 to 2023.MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
CPI Rose in December, a Sign the Fed’s Inflation Fight Has Stalled
The Consumer Price Index rose 2.9 percent from a year earlier, but a measure of underlying inflation was more encouraging.The New York Times - Jan. 15 -
Core inflation rate slows to 3.2% in December, less than expected
The consumer price index was expected to rise 0.3% in December and show an annual inflation rate of 2.9%.CNBC - Jan. 15 -
CPI Rose in December, a Sign the Fed’s Inflation Fight Has Stalled
The Consumer Price Index rose 2.9 percent from a year earlier, but a measure of underlying inflation was more encouraging.The New York Times - Jan. 15 -
UK inflation unexpectedly cools to 2.5%, core price print slows further
U.K. inflation fell to a lower-than-expected 2.5% in December, with core price growth slowing further, according to data released by the Office for National Statistics.CNBC - Jan. 15 -
Strong December job growth could augur fewer Fed interest-rate cuts
Employers across the U.S. added a robust 256,000 jobs in December, a sign the labor market remains in good shape.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
The Slow Growth of Hand-Painted Clothes
In an era of fast fashion, some yearn for clothing with a personal touch.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
U.N. Raises Global Growth Forecast, but Warns of Potential Inflation Risks
An increase in trade barriers would likely reignite price pressures, the organization says ahead of Trump’s plan to impose new tariffs.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9 -
China's consumer inflation slows further in December, stoking deflation worries
China's consumer prices in December edged up 0.1% in line with expectations from a year earlier, National Bureau of Statistics showed Thursday, fanning deflation concerns.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Fed braces for Trump inflation bump
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Fed frets about impact of Trump policies on inflation Central bank officials ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Fed officials are worried about the inflation impacts from Trump's policies, minutes show
Federal Reserve officials at their December meeting expressed concern about inflation and the impact that President-elect Donald Trump’s policies could have, indicating that they would be moving ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Fed officials are worried about the inflation impacts from Trump's policies, minutes show
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its December meeting.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
Fed’s Waller sees cooler inflation despite higher forecasts
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller doubled down on more rate cuts and cooling inflation following higher price projections from the central bank and growing expectations among investors ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Fed’s Waller backs more rate cuts, says he doesn’t think proposed Trump tariffs will spark inflation
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said Wednesday that he doesn’t think that proposed import tariffs from the incoming Trump administration will lead to upward pressure on inflation.MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Former Fed Chair Bernanke Says Trump’s Policies May Not Push Inflation Back Up
While plans to impose tariffs, cut immigration and expand tax cuts have alarmed many economists, others say early, pessimistic analyses may be incorrect.Inc. - Jan. 6
