Can Kevin Warsh toughen policy without upsetting Trump?

Can Kevin Warsh toughen policy without upsetting Trump?

Quick reading Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh faces pressure to tighten monetary policy amid rising inflation (core PCE in the 91st percentile of trailing-12-month range) while maintaining political independence from President Trump, likely using quantitative balance sheet tightening rather than interest rate increases to avoid headlines. There is a significant disconnect between complacent options markets…

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US Stock Market News Today: Wall Street starts on a positive note with inflation cooling

US Stock Market News Today: Wall Street starts on a positive note with inflation cooling

The stock market opened higher on Friday as the latest inflation data indicated more measured growth. This information, which aligns with the Federal Reserve’s preferred metric, is expected to influence interest rate expectations. Positive outlook for major indices S&P 500 futures rose 0.6%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average was not far behind, adding about…

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