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Trump’s pick for Fed chair isn’t enough to threaten central bank independence, says top economist—especially if Jerome Powell decides to stick around

“The question then becomes, will Powell leave as a governor?”

Fortune

Former Fed governor's stock trades violated the central bank's ethics rules

A former Federal Reserve governor who retired in August listed several stock trades in her financial disclosure documents for 2024 that violated the central bank’s ethics rules

The Independent UK

Key Fed official was under investigation over stock trades

Adriana Kugler abruptly resigned from the Fed's Board of Governors in August.

Axios

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US Senate Poised To Advance Trump Aide's Appointment At Fed

The US Senate is due to vote late Monday on the confirmation of President Donald Trump's choice to join the Federal Reserve's board -- as the clock ticks down to a key policy meeting.

International Business Times

September Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary

The September Fed meeting is a key economic event, with Wall Street keyed into what Fed Chair Powell & Co. will do about interest rates.

Kiplinger

Fed nominee Miran tells senators he’ll be independent of Trump - Roll Call

Stephen Miran, who chairs the White House Council of Economic Advisers, says he won't resign even if confirmed to become a Fed governor.

Roll Call

Fed official says she won't be 'bullied' by Trump into resigning

US president Donald Trump is seeking to influence central bank policy after repeatedly criticising chair Jerome Powell for not cutting the short-term interest rate.

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Trump picks top economic aide Stephen Miran for Federal Reserve board

Miran will take the spot vacated by Adriana Kugler if his appointment is approved by the Senate.

Euronews

Trump's New Ally For Lower Rates: Stephen Miran Set For Fed Board Nomination

President Donald Trump said Thursday he will nominate Stephen Miran, current chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, to fill the recently vacated Federal Reserve Board seat left by Adriana Kugler.

Benzinga

Trump narrows Fed chair candidates to four, excluding Treasury Secretary Bessent

Trump said in an interview with CNBC that he had removed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent from consideration for Fed chair because Bessent wanted to remain in his current role.

Euronews

Stocks Rebound On US Rate Cut Bets

Most stock markets bounced on Monday on hopes of US interest rate cuts after weak jobs figures raised concerns about the world's top economy.

International Business Times

Labor department's data upset may have sealed the deal for a base rate cut

The resignation of FOMC member Adriana Kugler also opens the door for a more dovish Fed shift.

Fortune

A vacancy on the Fed is opening early as Trump urges board to 'assume control' if Powell doesn't cut rates

The 12 voting members of the FOMC make interest rate decisions based on a simple majority vote.

Fortune

US Fed Governor To Resign Early At Critical Time For Central Bank

US Federal Reserve governor Adriana Kugler is resigning from her position, the central bank said Friday, opening a vacancy that President Donald Trump can fill as he presses his campaign to drop interest rates.

International Business Times

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Rally to Record Highs on a Resilient US Economy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed up +0.54%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.52%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.74%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) rose +0.59%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25...

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Stocks Supported by Signs of US Economic Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.25%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.19%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.47%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are up +0.25%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

International Business Times

US Fed Proposes Easing Key Banking Rule

The US Federal Reserve released plans Wednesday to relax a key capital rule for major banks, a move they say can help facilitate Treasury market trading.

Barchart

S&P Futures Climb on Easing Trump-Musk Tensions, U.S. Jobs Report in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are trending up +0.45% this morning on signs that the heated dispute between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk may ease, while investors await the all-important U.S. payrolls report.

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Stocks Set to Open Lower After Trade Truce Rally, U.S. Inflation Data on Deck

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are down -0.26%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are down -0.41% this morning, taking a breather after yesterday’s rally, while investors gear up for the release of key U.S. inflation data.

Euronews

Is Donald Trump threatening the US Federal Reserve’s independence?

US president Donald Trump has been increasingly calling for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, claiming that there is "virtually no inflation", as energy and grocery prices continue to decrease considerably.

Barchart

Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Wait for Policy Clarity

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are up +1.50%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are up +1.28% this morning, pointing to a modest recovery on Wall Street as investors seek dip-buying opportunities while waiting for clarity on how U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies will play out.

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S&P Futures Muted as Investors Wait for Tariff Clarity

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are trending down -0.07% this morning as cautious investors refrain from making big bets amid uncertainty about U.S. President Donald Trump’s upcoming tariffs.

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S&P Futures Tick Lower as Investors Wait for Tariff Clarity

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are trending down -0.14% this morning as cautious investors refrain from making big bets amid uncertainty about U.S. President Donald Trump’s upcoming tariffs.

The Independent UK

Little to no relief from high borrowing costs expected as Fed Chair Powell heads to the Hill

The odds of further interest rate cuts this year by the Federal Reserve dwindled last week as unemployment fell and more officials say they want to see how new policies from the White House affect the economy

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S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. ADP Jobs Report and Powell’s Remarks

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are trending up +0.24% this morning as investors awaited a fresh batch of U.S. economic data and remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

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