Interest Rates

In a recent statement, John Williams, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, expressed his growing concern over the weakening labor market. According to Williams, the current economic data suggests that the labor market is experiencing a slowdown, which could potentially have far-reaching implications for the overall economy....

The partial government shutdown has added a new layer of complexity to an already divided Federal Reserve, as policymakers grapple with the delicate task of setting monetary policy. At the Fed's first interest rate cut of the year, some officials were quick to advocate for further easing, while others are...