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Fed Warns of Rising Economic Risks as It Leaves Rates Steady

Fed Warns of Rising Economic Risks as It Leaves Rates Steady

By Nick Timiraos The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady this week, citing uncertainty around the economic impact of recently announced tariff hikes. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that sustained tariffs could lead to higher inflation, slower growth, and increased unemployment — a tough mix for policymakers. The Fed is choosing a cautious “wait and see” […]

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Markets Soar After Trump Backs Down on Tariffs

Markets Soar After Trump Backs Down on Tariffs

The S&P 500 rose 9.5 percent after President Trump announced he would pause his “reciprocal” tariffs for 90 days, but economists warned that American importers were not out of danger. Ana Swanson Here’s the latest. Stocks soared on Wednesday after President Trump abruptly announced he would back down on his “reciprocal” tariffs for 90 days, […]

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