Explore

Reuters Reuters
All eyes on job market as Fed's rate-cut window narrows

All eyes on job market as Fed's rate-cut window narrows

By Karen Brettell May 5 (Reuters) - The release of the U.S. employment report later this week will serve as a test of whether the economy remains resilient enough to keep the Federal Reserve's monetary policy on hold, or whether a softening labor market could revive the case for interest rate cuts
Trendline Trendline
Federal Reserve Considers Rate Hike Amid Inflation Concerns

Federal Reserve Considers Rate Hike Amid Inflation Concerns

Federal Reserve Considers Rate Hike Amid Inflation Concerns
Trendline Trendline
U.S. Treasury Yields Decline Amid U.S.-Iran Peace Plan Developments

U.S. Treasury Yields Decline Amid U.S.-Iran Peace Plan Developments

U.S. Treasury Yields Decline Amid U.S.-Iran Peace Plan Developments
Reuters Reuters
Fed's Musalem: Risks have shifted towards higher inflation

Fed's Musalem: Risks have shifted towards higher inflation

By Howard Schneider WASHINGTON, May 6 (Reuters) - St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem said Wednesday the risks to monetary policy have shifted towards higher inflation, possibly requiring interest rates to stay on hold for some time amid a seemingly stable job market. 
Trendline Trendline
Federal Reserve Officials Express Concerns Over Economic Impact of Iran Conflict

Federal Reserve Officials Express Concerns Over Economic Impact of Iran Conflict

Federal Reserve Officials Express Concerns Over Economic Impact of Iran Conflict
Reuters Reuters
BOJ debated need for rate hike if energy shock persists, minutes show

BOJ debated need for rate hike if energy shock persists, minutes show

By Leika Kihara TOKYO, May 7 (Reuters) - Many Bank of Japan board members saw the need to raise interest rates if the Iran war-driven energy shock is prolonged and gives rise to concerns over second-round effects on broader inflation, minutes of their March meeting showed on Thursday.
Reuters Reuters
Barclays becomes latest brokerage to bet on no Fed rate cuts in 2026

Barclays becomes latest brokerage to bet on no Fed rate cuts in 2026

May 4 (Reuters) - Barclays on Monday joined a growing list of brokerages to bet on no policy easing from the U.S. Federal Reserve this year, citing prolonged high energy prices linked to the Iran war that are likely to keep inflation elevated.
Reuters Reuters
Williams says Fed policy well positioned for economic risks, uncertainty

Williams says Fed policy well positioned for economic risks, uncertainty

By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK, May 4 (Reuters) - New York Federal Reserve President John Williams said on Monday the U.S. central bank's monetary policy is "well positioned" to deal with the high level of economic uncertainty facing the economy as a result of the war in the Middle East.
Trendline Trendline
Federal Reserve's John Williams Asserts Monetary Policy Prepared for Middle East Conflict Impact

Federal Reserve's John Williams Asserts Monetary Policy Prepared for Middle East Conflict Impact

Federal Reserve's John Williams Asserts Monetary Policy Prepared for Middle East Conflict Impact
Trendline Trendline
Barclays Predicts No Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026 Amid Inflation Concerns

Barclays Predicts No Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026 Amid Inflation Concerns

Barclays Predicts No Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026 Amid Inflation Concerns
Trendline Trendline
Federal Reserve's John Williams Addresses Economic Uncertainty Amid Middle East Conflict

Federal Reserve's John Williams Addresses Economic Uncertainty Amid Middle East Conflict

Federal Reserve's John Williams Addresses Economic Uncertainty Amid Middle East Conflict
Trendline Trendline
Barclays Predicts No Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026 Amid High Energy Prices

Barclays Predicts No Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026 Amid High Energy Prices

Barclays Predicts No Federal Reserve Rate Cuts in 2026 Amid High Energy Prices