Fed Watch: What to Know Before Powell Speaks

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will meet on May 6–7, with a decision on interest rates expected by the end of the second day. Get ready to share your forecast on what Jerome Powell might reveal about monetary policy. Join the Zoom discussion with Professor John Longo on May 8 at 7:30 PM.

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Intelligent Money News Feed

Economic Concerns Are Mounting, but the Fed Isn’t Cutting Rates Proactively

The U.S. central bank is set to reinforce its wait-and-see approach at its meeting this week as President Trump’s tariffs begin to bite.

NYTimes

Why the Bond Market Holds Sway Over Trump

The New York Times breaks down how the bond market’s influence over interest rates and economic sentiment may constrain Trump’s economic policies and tariff proposals.

NYTimes

Say ‘You’re Fired’ and Watch What Happens

Bloomberg Opinion explores the political and market consequences of threats to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, placing Trump’s comments under scrutiny.

Bloomberg

Trump Again Calls for Fed to Cut Rates, Says Powell’s ‘Termination Cannot Come Fast Enough’

President Trump reiterated his criticism of Jerome Powell, urging the Fed to lower interest rates and declaring Powell’s dismissal overdue.

CNBC

Powell Indicates Tariffs Could Pose a Challenge

Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that proposed tariffs might complicate central bank policy, potentially increasing inflation while also slowing growth.

CNBC