HKMA warns of uncertainties as Hong Kong mirrors Fed decision to hold interest rate steady
Hong Kong’s de facto central bank has warned the public to beware of interest rate uncertainties this year…
US Fed holds interest rates steady despite continuing pressure from Donald Trump – The Irish Times
The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates on hold, as US rate-setters signalled they are in no…
Trump promises rate cuts with new Fed chair pick as Powell defends cautious approach
WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump said he is poised to announce his pick to replace Federal Reserve…
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China dumps more US debt, buys other assets as Trump targets Powell
China trimmed its holdings of US Treasuries in November to the lowest level since 2008, diverging from a…
What does it mean for global trade and Ireland? – The Irish Times
On this week’s episode, host Ciarán Hancock is joined in studio by the Irish Times economics experts Cliff…
Worries over Iran and Fed independence weigh on markets
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Jerome Powell stands his ground amid Trump’s attack on Federal Reserve – The Irish Times
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10-year Treasury slides after core inflation reading is less than expected
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US prosecutors launch criminal investigation into Federal Reserve’s Jerome Powell – The Irish Times
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World economy in 2026: Three scenarios and a dystopia | Economy and Business
Economists have predicted nine of the last five recessions, goes the old joke about the profession, and like…