Kevin Warsh just revealed a huge change for the Fed. The press missed it Warsh is shaping up to run the Fed in a totally different way than it has been for decades. Fortune · Sep 18
The Federal Reserve increases interest rates after three years to combat inflation and leaves Trump fuming: ‘We are the Best Credit in the World’ A sober, serious, and responsible decision. We Got This Covered · Sep 18
Trump’s authoritarian mindset can’t handle dissent from his appointees Defiance from the supreme court and the Federal Reserve chair in one week ... how ever will the US president cope? The Guardian - US · Sep 18
Trump may not see another rate cut as president The Federal Reserve has made headlines by increasing its policy rate target range, amid calls from President Trump for lower interest rates within the country. Market analysts are now predicting further increases in the coming months, influenced by ongoing geopolitical issues and inflation worries. Such dynamics hint that interest rates… The Economic Times · Sep 18
'In our lane': Fed's Warsh defies Trump but still fighting for credibility US Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh delivered the interest rate hike this week that many economists think surging inflation required, defying President Donald Trump -- but questions about the central bank chief's credibility linger. The White House insists that any inflation is due to the previous administration, with Trump advisor… The Economic Times · Sep 18
Trump blames Federal Reserve board for the first interest rate hike in three years. Chair Kevin Warsh still gets praise: ‘I’m relying on Kevin’ "They’re doing the wrong thing. They’re a bunch of politicians." We Got This Covered · Sep 17
US stocks today: US stocks rebound as tech rally gains momentum on easing oil, yields US stocks rebounded sharply on Thursday, led by technology shares as easing oil prices and lower Treasury yields offered relief after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates. The Nasdaq gained 1.66%, while the S&P 500 rose 1.14% and the Dow added 0.61%, despite lingering inflation and rate hike concerns. The Economic Times · Sep 17
The Fed Can't Fight Inflation Alone. Will Congress Do Its Part? Lawmakers have to show they'll back the national debt with future fiscal surpluses, which means reining in government spending. Reason · Sep 17
US Treasuries rally as oil cools and confidence in Fed’s Warsh grows US Treasury yields fell as declining oil prices and renewed confidence in the Federal Reserve’s inflation fight eased pressure on the bond market. The 10-year yield dropped to 4.95%, snapping an eight-day rise, while investors weighed the possibility of further rate hikes after the Fed’s latest decision. The Economic Times · Sep 17
Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means About six weeks ago, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced that a divided central bank was keeping its key interest rate unchanged The Independent UK · Sep 17
The Fed Just Reversed Course: Rates Rise to 3.75%-4.00%, and Latino Homebuyers Feel It First The Fed raised rates to 3.75%-4.00%, its first hike since 2023. Here's how it hits Latino homebuyers, mortgages, auto loans and credit cards. Latin Times · Sep 17
London stocks rise as investors digest Bank of England’s ‘hawkish’ hold The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee voted 6-3 to maintain bank rate at 3.75%, repeating July’s split. Evening Standard · Sep 17
Kevin Warsh, an angry Trump and Jerome Powell Déjà vu: how history is repeating itself The S&P 500 fell 1% and the Dow lost 1.7% as the Fed chair said rates weren't restrictive before Wednesday's hike. Fortune · Sep 17
Fed builds credibility, but hawkish turn leaves investors edgy In a significant move, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, marking a shift towards a hawkish stance on inflation management. This unanimous choice has led investors to brace for more potential rate increases, generating ripple effects across asset markets. Following a surge, bond… The Economic Times · Sep 17
Reason · Sep 17 Best Credit in the World Plus: Rent freeze setback, AI misalignment, Bolshevik ridiculousness, and more...
International Business Times · Sep 17 The Fed Just Hiked Rates. Donald Trump Demanded They Be Lowered Quickly. "LOWER THE INTEREST RATES FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND FAST!" Trump said in a social media post.
International Business Times · Sep 17 British Inflation Is Running Above Its Target. The Bank Of England Decided To Leave Rates Unchanged. Over three quarters of analysts expected the central bank to make that decision.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 17 First Thing: Trump threatens EU with tariffs over membership offer to Canada Canada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, is due to address the European parliament on Thursday. Plus, how the attention economy overwhelmed children’s TV
Fortune · Sep 17 When it comes to rate hikes, CFOs aren't counting on a 'one-and-done' Columbia economist Yiming Ma says the real risk isn't the hike itself, but treating it as an isolated event.
Fortune · Sep 17 'It's a raise against Trump:' Despite inflation being ahead of target for five years, Trump brands latest hike as political "The problem they have is that we have the greatest economy in history ... so they're raising that only for political reasons, and that's a raise against Trump."
Barchart · Sep 17 U.S. Stock Futures Rally as Bond Yields Fall on Fed’s Inflation Resolve September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.90%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +1.09% this morning as Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh’s resolve to combat inflation reassured markets, driving bond yields lower and boosting sentiment.
France 24 · Sep 17 US Federal Reserve hikes interest rates for the first time in three years The US central bank raised its benchmark rate by .25 percent, with new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh defying President Donald Trump's desire for lower rates. Consumer banks and bond markets react. Also, OpenAI reveals new incidents of AI misconduct as fears grow that the technology could escape human control.
International Business Times UK · Sep 17 Federal Reserve Interest Rates Rise to 4% as Fed Signals Another Hike Is Coming Before Year-End The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate to 3.75%-4% and signalled that persistent inflation could prompt another increase before the end of 2026.
International Business Times UK · Sep 17 Trump Demanded Rate Cuts to 1%. His Hand-Picked Fed Chair Just Hiked Them for the First Time Since 2023 The Federal Reserve hiked interest rates for the first time since 2023 in a unanimous vote, defying Trump's demand for cuts to 1% even as his own pick, Kevin Warsh, led the move.
Fortune · Sep 17 Warsh says AI's hyperscalers are part of why your borrowing costs are rising: ‘The competition for capital is real’ Hyperscalers issued $121 billion in bonds last year and are on pace for far more in 2026. Warsh says that's showing up in Treasury yields.