Former Federal Reserve member Stephen Miran and economist Nouriel Roubini just published a paper arguing that the US central bank should pay more attention to the supply of money. But will new Fed chair Kevin Warsh listen? Today on the show, Rob Armstrong and FT contributor Brend ...Show more
How JPMorgan won
JPMorgan has become by far the biggest bank in the US and one of the largest in the world. But how did it do it? Today on the show, Rob Armstrong and US banking editor Joshua Franklin talk about the incredible growth of JPMorgan over the past 20 years and ask what will happen whe ...Show more
The Fed chairman reiterated a wait-and-see approach on rates with tariff impact uncertain. (0:15) Consumer confidence unexpectedly tumbles. (1:39) Trump lashes out at Israel and Iran. (2:04)Show NotesOil prices sink on Iran export expectationsDoughnut divorceSpeeding Tesla robota ...Show more
Fed deja vu: Powell calls tariff inflation transitory
The FOMC keeps rates steady, but with two dissenting votes. (0:16) Odds of a rate cut in September fall below 50%. (1:33) Stocks sell off and yields rise as Chairman Powell speaks. (1:46)Show NotesQ2 GDP tops forecasts, but underlying growth a worry Episode transcripts seekingalp ...Show more
Federal Reserve chair Jay Powell is warning that US tariffs are ‘likely’ to put at risk the central bank’s goals of keeping prices and unemployment in check, and chipmakers are reeling from a tough week. Plus, UK inflation fell more than expected to 2.6 per cent in March and the ...Show more