While the U.S. economy continues its record-breaking expansion, some wonder whether the Fed reacted to softening global markets or perhaps even pressure from President Donald Trump.
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Jul 29, 2019 |
The Fed under Chairman Jerome Powell has signaled that rising economic pressures — notably from President Donald Trump’s trade wars and from a global slowdown — have become cause for concern. So has an inflation rate that remains chronically below the Fed’s target level.
Jun 4, 2019 |
Chairman Jerome Powell didn’t explicitly say what the Federal Reserve would do. But expectations are rising that the Fed will cut rates at least once and possibly two or more times before year’s end, in part because of the consequences of the trade war.
Dec 19, 2018 |
The Federal Reserve hikes its benchmark interest rate for the fourth time this year, by one-quarter of 1 percent to 2.5 percent. We discuss the outlook for the markets and the economy.
Oct 16, 2018 |
A market that has grown used to cheap money over the past decade is becoming increasingly concerned that the Federal Reserve will aggressively raise benchmark interest rates.
Oct 2, 2018 |
President Donald Trump is boasting a booming economy, but will higher interest rates stop it?
Dec 14, 2017 |
While Fed Chair Janet Yellen ends her tenure on an upbeat note, are there storm clouds ahead for the economy?
Sep 12, 2017 |
Median incomes in America are on the rise. What will be the response of a Federal Reserve Board with vacancies?
Aug 3, 2017 |
Another record-setting day on Wall Street. What’s propelling the stock surge—and can it last?
Jun 13, 2017 |
The Federal Reserve is expected to raise the benchmark interest rate again. What that means about the U.S. economy.
Mar 22, 2017 |
Last week’s rate hike is a sign of optimism over growth in the U.S. economy. But how will it impact borrowing, like mortgage and credit card rates?
Dec 19, 2016 |
Unemployment is down, the stock market is up and the Federal Reserve raises interest rates. Just how strong is the American economy? Two Chicago economists take stock of what’s in store for 2017.
Sep 21, 2016 |
Federal Reserve chief Janet Yellen rejects the notion that the Fed plays politics when deciding interest rate policy.
Aug 16, 2016 |
Stocks retreat from Monday's record high. Is a correction coming? And is it time to move some of your money out of stocks and into something safer?
May 24, 2016 |
Excitement on Wall Street as a possible interest rate hike approaches. Why some surprises in the U.S. economy have investors and analysts feeling good.
Sep 15, 2015 |
The Federal Reserve’s two-day September meeting begins on Wednesday. During that meeting, officials will decide whether or not to increase interest rates for the first time in years. We discuss the possibility of a quarter of a percentage interest rate hike with experts.
