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Trump Slams Powell, Defends Tariffs As Economists Eye Fed Cuts

U.S. inflation in July offered a split verdict for policymakers, with cooling headline prices but hotter core readings, fueling market bets on a September Fed rate cut and prompting President Donald Trump to publicly pressure Jerome Powell once again.

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Trump threatens legal action against Powell over Fed HQ, demands immediate rate cuts as inflation holds steady

Trump returned to his sharp critiques of the Fed chair, saying: “Jerome ‘Too Late’ Powell must NOW lower the rate” after the inflation report came in a bit cooler than expected.

Fortune

Jerome Powell’s job just got a whole lot easier as inflation data sidesteps disaster

July inflation data suggests the FOMC’s dual mandate may not be in as much of a pickle as economists previously feared.

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Asian shares advance on relief that Trump is delaying higher China tariffs

Asian shares are mostly higher after President Donald Trump delayed raising tariffs on China for another 90 days

The Independent UK

Inflation likely moved higher last month as tariffs bite, putting the Fed in bind

Inflation likely ticked up in July for the third straight month as tariffs lift the cost of imported goods such as furniture, appliances, and toys, which could make it harder for the Federal Reserve to cut short-term interest rates as President Donald Trump has demanded

The Independent UK

September Fed Rate Cut? Goldman, JPMorgan Make The Same Call

Economic tremors ripple across financial markets as shifting global dynamics push major banks to alter their interest rate forecasts. J.P. Morgan now expects the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its September meeting, moving up its forecast from December.

Benzinga

One FOMC dissenter might have just called out the Fed on criticism for its shifting base rate policy

Citing sharp downward revisions to U.S. job growth, Bowman reiterated her forecast for three cuts this year while warning that declining data reliability complicates policymaking.

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Trump said foreign countries would 'eat' tariffs—but U.S. consumers and businesses will actually pay 75% at best

Goldman Sachs estimates U.S. consumers now shoulder two-thirds of President Trump’s new tariff costs, with more companies planning to pass them on in the future.

Fortune

Inflation, Fed Leadership and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets face a pivotal week as the S&P 500 navigates mounting political pressure on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amid growing calls for more aggressive rate cuts following recent labor market weakening.

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Ask an Economist: Between Inflation and Tariffs, Is America Headed for an Economic Downturn?

Trump’s sweeping tariffs may be driving inflation and recession fears. Here’s what economists have to say about it and what it could mean for your wallet.

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A top Federal Reserve official says dour jobs data backs the case for 3 rate cuts

A top official at the Federal Reserve is saying that this month’s stunning, weaker-than-expected report on the U.S. job market is strengthening her belief that interest rates should be lower

The Independent UK

Trump-Backed Push For Rate Cuts Intensifies As Scott Bessent Leads Search For Fed Chair To Succeed Jerome Powell: Report

As President Donald Trump continues to push for lower interest rates, the search for a successor to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has expanded, with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at the helm.

Benzinga

Here's What Happens to the Economy if Trump Fires Jerome Powell and Installs a Loyalist at the Fed

The Fed should be replaced by free markets, not unbridled presidential power.

Reason

Trump picks top economic aide Stephen Miran for Federal Reserve board

Miran will take the spot vacated by Adriana Kugler if his appointment is approved by the Senate.

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Elizabeth Warren Has 'Tough Questions' For Trump's Fed Board Pick, Calls Stephen Miran Chief Architect Of 'Chaotic Tariff Policy'

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) said Thursday she has "tough questions" for Stephen Miran after President Donald Trump announced he would nominate the White House's top economist to a short-term seat on the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.

Benzinga

Trump's Pick For Fed Chair: Christopher Waller Emerges As Frontrunner

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller is now seen as the frontrunner to replace Jerome Powell as the next Fed chair, according to sources close to the Trump team.

Fortune

Top economist says Trump's Fed pressure may not be felt for years: 'You can appear to get away with a lot while you’re actually doing a lot of damage'

Francis Fukuyama warns Trump’s moves could erode institutional independence—and business leaders won’t feel it until it’s too late.

Fortune

Markets are near certain of a September rate cut as more presidents turn dovish overnight

Neither president Kashkari nor president Daly—nor governor Cook—dissented at the July meeting. With governor Christopher Waller and FOMC member Michelle Bowman already lobbying for a cut, the ranks of the dovish are growing by the day.

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Benzinga

Stock Market Today: US Futures Rise Amid Russia Peace Talk Update—Investors Await Eli Lilly, Block Earnings (UPDATED)

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to include the latest economic data and futures figures.

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Another Fed Official Backs A Rate Cut—Goldman Sees Trouble Ahead If The Fed Waits

The July Federal Reserve meeting may go down as the most divided in over three decades, as two key board members, Michelle Bowman and Christopher Waller, broke ranks by voting for a rate cut, while Chair Jerome Powell and the majority held rates steady.

Fortune

Who’s on Trump’s short list for Jerome Powell’s replacement

Trump confirmed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declined the role, saying, “I want to work with you,” while market-watchers weigh how each candidate could impact Fed independence and dollar strength.

Benzinga

Trump Positions JD Vance As 'Most Likely' MAGA Successor, Teases Marco Rubio Partnership: 'In All Fairness'

President Donald Trump has suggested that Vice President JD Vance might be the next in line to carry forward the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.

Euronews

Trump narrows Fed chair candidates to four, excluding Treasury Secretary Bessent

Trump said in an interview with CNBC that he had removed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent from consideration for Fed chair because Bessent wanted to remain in his current role.

Al Jazeera

Trump says four candidates in running for Fed chair, rules out Bessent

US president says the Treasury secretary wishes to stay in his current role.

Fortune

UBS sounds the alarm on 'stall speed' as the economy shows signs of running out of gas

It's not an immigration or population shock—fewer people are working, amid shorter hours and lower demand. “The drop in the labor force participation rate has masked how much slackening is actually taking place."

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