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Wall Street Brunch: TSLA, GOOG Earnings And Fed Independence
Tesla expected to post double-digit declines in earnings, sales. Fed chief Powell speech in focus as central bank ...
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Local financial advisor emphasizes Fed’s independence amid political pressure
Financial advisors like Rockie Ziegler believe that removing Fed Chair Jerome Powell would be a dangerous move, as it could ...
Why Political Pressure on Central Banks Is So Toxic for Investors
Past examples of tension between heads of government and their central bankers offer clues about how the Trump-Powell ...
What History Tells Us About the Perils of Firing Jerome Powell
Politicians often want lower rates. Central banks seek stable prices.
Federal Reserve independence at risk from Trump's pressure campaign, J.P. Morgan warns
J.P. Morgan warned in a note that Trump's pressure on the Federal Reserve and threats to fire Chair Powell could undercut ...
Can the Fed stay independent? Trump-era adviser may put it to the test.
Kevin Hassett's Trump-era makeover is fueling questions about the independence of the Federal Reserve as he emerges as a leading contender to succeed Jerome H. Powell as chair.
White House escalates pressure campaign on Fed chair by targeting its headquarters renovation
Trump’s top budget adviser sent Powell a letter saying Trump is “extremely troubled” by the “ostentatious overhaul.” Two ...
Opinion: Trump administration should leave the Fed alone
As a result, the long standing abhorrence to a central bank, advocated as early as Thomas Jefferson’s administration and by ...
Why Isn't the Fed Cutting Interest Rates? What To Know
The central bank remains cautious, even as calls for rate cuts grow louder from the White House and other policymakers.