Fed pauses interest rate cuts as inflation, Trump's plans create uncertainty
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as inflation remains above 2%
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Fed hold rates steady, says job market is 'solid' while inflation 'remains somewhat elevated'
The Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday after cutting it three times in a row last year, a sign of a more cautious approach as the Fed seeks to gauge where inflation is headed and what
How Inflation Is Impacting Everyday Americans: 6 Stories
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Stocks end down as Fed shifts inflation view. Nvidia slides on talk of China sales curb
US stocks fall after the Fed held rates steady but suggested the inflation drop has stalled. Meta, Tesla and Microsoft report earnings after the bell.
Howard Lutnick, Trump Commerce secretary pick, says it's 'nonsense' that tariffs cause inflation
President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Commerce Department, Howard Lutnick, told senators the argument that tariffs cause inflation is "nonsense" during a confirmation hearing.
Where Inflation—and Inflation Expectations—Stand as the Fed Meeting Wraps Up
Since officials first cut rates in September, inflation has made uneven progress back down toward the central bank’s target. Meanwhile, investor expectations of inflation one and two y
Trump says Powell and Fed ‘failed to stop the problem they created’ on inflation
President Donald Trump wasted no time criticizing the Fed after it held rates steady Wednesday, arguing Jerome Powell and the central bank 'failed to stop the problem they created' on inflation.
Inflation has gone up for the third straight month, but switching bank accounts could help protect your funds
Knowing when to switch bank accounts can be stressful, especially as inflation rises. Find out how to know it's time to switch.
Here’s What To Expect From January’s CPI Inflation Figures
The Consumer Price Index report for January is expected to show broadly unchanged annual inflation according to nowcasts. That may be broadly good news for the Fed.
Can Trump Lower Inflation in 2025?
During his inauguration speech, President Trump promised to use his federal powers to "defeat what was record inflation and rapidly bring down costs and prices." Read More: Here's What
More than half of Americans think inflation hits military families harder than civilians, survey finds
Inflation, rising costs, and financial scams are taking a toll on service members and their families. Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman examines the unique financial pressures military families face and the strategies to overcome them.
Renewed inflation worries help drive oil price rally
Investors are snapping up crude oil futures as a hedge against the risk that U.S. President Donald Trump's threatened trade tariffs will cause a resurgence in global inflation, adding momentum to a recent rally in oil prices sparked by a tightening of sanctions on Russia.
What To Expect From Friday's Report On Inflation
Inflation likely accelerated in December, putting pressure on the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates relatively high.