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The Fed held rates steady on Wednesday, and chair Kevin Warsh commented on the Federal Reserve’s future role in markets. Today on the show, Katie Martin and Rob Armstrong try to figure out if Warsh can really have the Fed he says he wants. Also they catch up on their bets on the ...  Afficher plus

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 ...  Afficher plus

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 ...  Afficher plus

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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 ...  Afficher plus

 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 ...  Afficher plus