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US Stock Market: Warsh set to lead Fed amid debate over rates, transparency and AI impact

Fifteen years after leaving the Federal Reserve over disagreements on aggressive bond-buying policies, Kevin Warsh is set to return as chair of the U.S. central bank with a sweeping reform agenda, according to Reuters. Warsh has been a vocal critic of the Fed’s massive asset purchase programs that expanded its…

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Top Democrat calls newly confirmed Fed chair Kevin Warsh a ‘sock puppet’ for Trump – as it happened

Elizabeth Warren condemns confirmation of Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve; John Fetterman was lone Democrat to support the nomination

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Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair in party-line vote amid Elizabeth Warren's 'sock puppet' criticism

Every Republican voted for Warsh on Wednesday, as did Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania.

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Trump’s pick Kevin Warsh replaces Jerome Powell as Fed chair: What will happen to US interest rates next and why financial markets are watching closely

Kevin Warsh is set to become the new Federal Reserve chair. However, his influence on interest rates might be limited. The Federal Open Market Committee, a 12-member panel, ultimately decides on rate targets. Warsh will hold only one vote. Consensus building and persuasion are key to the chair's role. Financial…

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US stocks today: Chip stocks lift Nasdaq, S&P to record closing highs; hot inflation kills rate-cut hopes

US stocks advanced with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record closing highs as AI-linked tech and chip stocks powered gains despite hotter inflation data. Producer prices surged, reinforcing expectations of prolonged Fed tightening. Markets also tracked Trump-Xi talks and rising geopolitical risks, while Morgan Stanley lifted its S&P target.

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Warsh clinches Senate approval to be Fed's next chair as inflation intensifies

In a pivotal moment for the economy, the US Senate has officially confirmed Kevin Warsh as the chair of the Federal Reserve, just as inflation escalates. With President Donald Trump advocating for reduced interest rates, Warsh's leadership will be crucial at the next central bank meeting, where policymakers are wrestling…

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Kevin Warsh Confirmed As Next Chairman Of The Federal Reserve, Replacing Jerome Powell

The Senate confirmed on Wednesday Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, replacing Jerome Powell.

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US Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, following Jerome Powell

Kevin Warsh is now the new head of the Federal Reserve. He takes charge at a difficult economic time. Inflation is high and gas prices are rising. The Fed faces internal disagreements. President Trump has pressured the Fed for lower interest rates. Warsh promises independence. He faces challenges in managing…

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Trump Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh is confirmed by Senate as Jerome Powell vows to stay on board

Kevin Warsh stressed that the president did not make him pledge to cut interest rates to secure his nomination to head the Federal Reserve

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‘Not even a little bit’: Donald Trump displays rare honesty, admits he doesn’t care about financial struggles of American families amid Iran War

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Warsh confirmed to lead Federal Reserve

The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh on Wednesday to become chairman of the Federal Reserve for a four-year term. The 54-45 vote concludes the process two days before Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s term ends. The Senate confirmed Warsh on Tuesday to a 14-year term on the board, effective as of Feb. 1, 2026.…

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US stock market today: Why is Dow Jones crashing while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise? Dow falls 260 points as inflation heats up and Trump heads to China

US stock market today: Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq moving in opposite directions. Dow falls 260 points today as inflation heats up and President Donald Trump arrived in China for a major summit with Xi Jinping. S&P 500 and Nasdaq pushed higher, led by another powerful rally in chip…

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Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to fall or rise again? Gold falls after US inflation data reduces rate cut hopes

Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals continue to fall or rise again? Precious metals declined after strong US inflation data reduced hopes of interest rate cuts. A stronger US dollar also weighed on bullion demand. Investors are watching producer price data and a Trump-Xi…

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US Stock Market: Fed’s Goolsbee flags rising inflation risks after weak April data

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee raised concerns over rising U.S. services inflation, saying recent data showed price pressures moving in an unfavourable direction. He noted inflation remains sticky despite a stable labour market, reinforcing caution among policymakers as the Federal Reserve continues to assess its rate path amid mixed economic…

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Is a US stock market crash beginning? Nasdaq 100 drops over 2% as Dow Jones and S&P 500 struggle after inflation shock hits investors

Is a US stock market crash beginning as Nasdaq sinks 2% after shocking CPI inflation rattles Dow and S&P 500? The Nasdaq 100 plunged more than 2% on Tuesday, extending its steepest single-day sell-off in weeks after the April Consumer Price Index confirmed what markets had quietly feared — US…

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US Senate approves Kevin Warsh for Fed Board, chair confirmation next

The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. A vote for his chairmanship is expected soon. This confirmation follows a lifted blockade by Senator Thom Tillis. The move comes as President Trump pushes for lower interest rates. Inflation is currently surging, presenting a challenge for…

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US Workers’ paychecks lose buying power for first time since 2022: What is crushing middle-class Americans despite rising wages and bigger paychecks running higher?

US inflation rose to 3.8% in April. That is the highest level since May 2023. American workers are now losing buying power again as rising prices move faster than paycheck growth. Real wages fell for the first time in three years. Gasoline prices surged 28.4%. Rent inflation accelerated sharply. Middle-class…

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Why did the US stock market crash today? Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq sink deep into red as Iran tensions and soaring oil prices fuel fresh inflation fears across Wall Street

US stock market crash today shocked Wall Street after US CPI inflation jumped to 3.8%, the highest level in three years. The Dow Jones fell more than 307 points to 49,396.89, while the S&P 500 declined 0.63% to 7,366.24. The Nasdaq Composite dropped nearly 1%. Tech stocks lost momentum. Nvidia,…

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US stocks today: US stocks fall as hot CPI, Iran tensions weigh on sentiment

Wall Street edged lower as hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation and persistent Middle East tensions dampened sentiment. With CPI at a three-year high, markets now see the Federal Reserve holding rates steady for longer, even as earnings strength offers some support.

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April CPI Report: Higher Energy Prices Keep Inflation Hot

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is having a major impact on inflation, with April's annual rise in headline CPI the fastest since 2023.

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Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will gold drop to $4,600 and silver slip to $80? Gold slips as markets assess Middle East tensions and inflation data

Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will gold drop to $4,600 and silver slip to $80? Gold and silver moved lower as markets studied Middle East tensions, U.S. inflation data, and interest rate expectations. Analysts pointed to a stronger dollar, rising oil prices, and changes in rate…

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US Stock Market: BofA, Goldman push back Fed easing forecasts amid inflation risks

Major Wall Street brokerages have delayed their expectations for U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts as high energy prices and a strong labour market keep inflation concerns elevated. BofA now expects no rate cuts in 2026, forecasting easing only in mid-2027, while Goldman Sachs has pushed its expected start of rate…

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Virginia Democrats ask conservative-majority US supreme court to restore congressional map approved by voters – as it happened

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This week: Ballroom fight, Warsh confirmation on the agenda

The top priority for Senate Republicans this week will be to confirm Kevin Warsh to be chairman of the Federal Reserve, but much of the week’s work in the Senate will be off the floor, setting the stage for upcoming votes on the budget reconciliation bill. The filibuster-proof reconciliation bill…

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Consumer Borrowing Climbs To Highest Level In More Than Three Years: Survey

Consumer borrowing in the U.S. rose to the highest level since late 2022, according to a new survey.

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