Investors are increasingly souring on the United States, as illustrated by the declining dollar, the stalled stock market and rising government borrowing costs.
Category: United States Economy
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For Hassett, Loyalty to Trump Became a Liability in Fed Race
Kevin A. Hassett had been seen as the front-runner in the Fed race, but his deep ties to the president raised questions about his independence.
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Trump Names ‘Data Nerd’ to Lead Labor Statistics Agency
The decision to nominate Brett Matsumoto, a career government economist, came six months after the president fired the previous commissioner.
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Who Is Trump’s New Fed Chair Pick?
President Trump announced Kevin Warsh as his nominee to succeed Jerome H. Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve. Our reporter Colby Smith explains why the choice matters for the economy.
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Trump Picks Kevin Warsh as Next Fed Chair
If confirmed by the Senate, Kevin M. Warsh, a former governor at the central bank, will replace Jerome H. Powell, whose term as chair ends in May.
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President Trump Wants Lower Rates. Warsh Could Have a Hard Time Delivering.
Kevin M. Warsh, whom Mr. Trump tapped to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve, could face fierce resistance if he tries to pursue substantially lower borrowing costs.
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Trump Picks Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
If confirmed by the Senate, Kevin M. Warsh, a former governor at the central bank, will replace Jerome H. Powell, whose term as chair ends in May.
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Trump Is Expected to Announce Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
President Trump is set to announce his choice to replace Jerome H. Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve, saying it is someone “known to everybody in the financial world.”
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Trump Expected to Announce Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
President Trump is set to announce his choice to replace Jerome H. Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve, saying it is someone “known to everybody in the financial world.”
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U.S. Trade Deficit Bounces Back as Tariffs Cause Volatility
The monthly trade deficit and imports rebounded in November after shrinking significantly in prior months, new data show.
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U.S. Trade Deficit Bounces Back as Tariffs Cause Volatility
The monthly trade deficit and imports rebounded in November after shrinking significantly in prior months, new data show.
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Trump’s Trade Policies Sort Manufacturers Into Winners and Losers
Tariffs have protected some companies, but more often they’ve hit the parts and materials many factories need to make finished goods.