The Federal Reserve is unlikely to declare victory in its war on inflation. But investors will watch for any hint that rate increases might be over.
Category: Federal Reserve System
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Fed Watchers Brace for Higher-for-Longer Interest Rate
With the central bank set update its interest rate forecast, economists see elevated borrowing costs lasting through 2024.
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Fed Meeting: What to Expect on Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve is unlikely to declare victory this week. But investors will watch for any hint that the end to rate increases is coming.
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The Strike Could Mean a Rise in Car Prices for Consumers
If the U.A.W. strike lasts long enough, it could cut the supply of vehicles and push prices even higher.
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Meet the Man Making Big Banks Tremble
Michael Barr, whom President Biden appointed as the Federal Reserve’s top bank cop, has drawn blowback for his bank regulation push.
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Inflation speeds up as gas prices climb, and some details could keep the Fed wary.
The Federal Reserve is likely to closely parse the inflation report released Wednesday, the last major data point before its Sept. 20 rate decision.
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Investors Feel Anxious Despite Falling Odds of a Recession
Some economists are playing down the chances of an economic downturn. But investors and voters aren’t feeling nearly as optimistic.
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U.S. Added 187,000 Jobs in August and Unemployment Rose to 3.8%
Employers added 187,000 jobs in August and unemployment rose to 3.8 percent as the economy continued to lose momentum built up after pandemic lockdowns.
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Wages Rose Only 0.2% in August, Easing Inflation Fears
The August increase was the smallest since early last year, a welcome sign for Federal Reserve policymakers.
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Fed Officials Will Parse Jobs Numbers to Assess Economy’s Momentum
The employment report could be an important factor as central bankers contemplate the future of interest rate policy.
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Fed Officials Will Parse Jobs Numbers to Assess Economy’s Momentum
The employment report could be an important factor as central bankers contemplate the future of interest rate policy.
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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Ticked Up in July
Overall inflation climbed to 3.3 percent, from 3 percent previously, underscoring the Fed’s long road back to 2 percent price increases.