All articles tagged with #fed chair powell
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNBC
U.S. Treasury yields increased after President Trump denied plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, causing initial market volatility that was later reversed following Trump's comments, amid ongoing economic data releases.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by HousingWire
FHFA Director Bill Pulte has called on Congress to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for alleged political bias, deception, and financial misconduct, including a $2.5 billion scandal, following recent Fed decisions and statements.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by RealMoney
Analysis suggests that there is a high probability of an equities rally after the Jackson Hole symposium, with historical data showing that equities have risen in the week following the event in most cases. Despite concerns about rising rates, there are early signs of divergence between equities and higher rates, indicating that stocks may not be significantly impacted by the last push higher in rates. The market remains cautious due to the challenging month of August and the potential tightening of financial conditions. The Federal Reserve's balanced speech at Jackson Hole signals a hold in September and a flexible, data-driven approach to November's decision.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Investor's Business Daily
The stock market pulled back from its highs as chip stocks, including Nvidia, faced pressure due to potential restrictions on chip exports. Fed Chair Powell's comments on future policy restrictions also influenced investor sentiment. Meanwhile, cruise line stocks, such as Carnival, rallied after positive analyst coverage, while network stock Extreme Networks surged after receiving an outperform rating.