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- 1Fed holds rates steady as inflation hits three-year highβFed holds interest rates steady as inflation hits 3-year high
The US Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates unchanged, even as new figures show inflation climbing to its highest level in three years. The decision leaves borrowing costs in place while policymakers weigh persistent price pressures against signs of a slowing economy. Markets and analysts are watching closely for hints about when the Fed might resume cutting rates.
- 2Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time since 2023βFederal Reserve raises interest rates for the 1st time since 2023
The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, marking a shift in monetary policy after an extended pause. The move affects borrowing costs for mortgages, credit cards and business loans across the American economy, and investors are watching closely for signals about the central bank's next steps on inflation.
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The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates again, prompting warnings that a recession could follow. Commentators argue the tightening will raise borrowing costs for households and businesses, slowing the economy and potentially tipping it into contraction. Debate is focused on whether the Fed's fight against inflation is worth the risk of a downturn.
- 4Gold Traders Brace for PCE Inflation TestβGold Traders Brace for PCE Test as Record Central Bank Buying Meets a Hawkish Fed
Gold markets are positioning ahead of the latest US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation report, a key gauge for Federal Reserve policy. Prices are being supported by record central bank gold purchases, but a hawkish Fed stance is capping gains, leaving traders torn between strong official-sector demand and the prospect of higher-for-longer interest rates.
- 5Jobs report and inflation data to test US rate pathβJobs report, inflation data to test US rate path, economic strength By Reuters
Upcoming US employment and inflation figures are set to be a major test for the Federal Reserve's interest rate path and for signs of underlying economic strength, according to Reuters. Investors and policymakers will be watching closely to see whether labor market resilience and price pressures shape expectations for further rate moves.
- 6Warsh Slams Fed's 2020 Framework Over Inflation StrategyβWarsh Criticizes Fedβs 2020 Framework, Says It Wasnβt First Central Bank To Seek βA Little More Inflation And End Up With A Lot Moreβ
Kevin Warsh, a leading candidate for Federal Reserve chair, criticized the Fed's 2020 monetary policy framework, which adopted average inflation targeting that allowed inflation to run above 2% to compensate for past shortfalls. He argued the Fed was not the first central bank to seek 'a little more inflation' only to end up with 'a lot more,' pointing to the post-pandemic inflation surge that peaked above 9% in the US. His comments have drawn attention as the Fed conducts a review of the framework.
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The Federal Reserve has put forward proposed rules governing stablecoins under the GENIUS Act, the US legislation establishing a federal framework for dollar-pegged digital tokens. The proposal would set out how banks and issuers must comply with the new law, covering reserves, oversight and market access. Industry participants and policymakers are weighing how the rules will shape the US stablecoin market.
- 8US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Nears Law, Fueling Price SpeculationβThe Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Is Closer Than Ever to Being Signed Into Law. Is Bitcoin About to Soar in Value?
Legislation to establish a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is reportedly closer than ever to being signed into law, and commentators are asking whether official government accumulation of Bitcoin could push its price sharply higher. The proposal would have the federal government hold Bitcoin as a long-term reserve asset, a landmark step for the cryptocurrency. Markets and analysts are watching whether the bill's progress will trigger a new rally.