Trump vs. Fed: Independence Under Threat
Trump criticizes the Fed and Powell, raising concerns about the Fed's independence and potential market turmoil. Tariffs, interest rates, and economic growth are key issues.
Wall Street banks brace for downward revision of up to 1M fewer jobs — fueling worries the Fed failed to slash rates on time
Data showing the job market was weaker than previously thought could increase concerns the US economy is facing a potentially worse downturn than the current expectation for a “soft landing” in which inflation is tamed without a recession.