Monetary Policy

In a cautionary statement, Stephen I. Miran, the newest appointee to the central bank’s Board of Governors, has expressed concerns that his colleagues may be prioritizing the wrong economic threat. According to Miran, the Federal Reserve’s hesitance to rapidly reduce interest rates could inadvertently steer the economy into a recession....

In a potentially significant shift in its monetary policy strategy, the Federal Reserve is reportedly considering a halt to its reduction of debt and mortgage bond holdings. This move could mark a pivotal moment in the central bank’s efforts to normalize its balance sheet and manage the economy. Since the...

The Federal Reserve’s latest meeting has concluded, and as expected, the central bank has made some significant announcements that are sending ripples through the financial markets. Here are five key takeaways from the Fed meeting: Firstly, interest rates remain unchanged, at least for now. The Fed decided to hold off...

Tensions in vital short-term funding markets have sparked concerns that the Federal Reserve may soon reconsider its strategy of gradually shrinking its massive balance sheet. The warning signs in crucial money markets have intensified the debate over the central bank’s plans to reduce its holdings of government debt and mortgage-backed...

The already daunting task of navigating the US economy through uncertain times just got more complicated for Jay Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve. As the central bank prepares to make its next move on interest rates, Powell is facing a challenging debate within the Fed’s ranks. On one...

In a temporary reprieve, the Supreme Court has allowed Lisa Cook to remain on the Federal Reserve Board, sparking cautious optimism among experts. However, the underlying concerns about the central bank’s independence persist, with many warning that the issue is far from resolved. The Supreme Court’s decision to permit Cook...

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...