The Federal Reserve prepares to hike interest rates in March
Now, the question is how many rate hikes will this year bring?
Goldman predicts the Fed will hike rates four times this year, more than previously expected
High inflation and near-full employment will push the Fed to raise rates more quickly than expected, according to Goldman Sachs.
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Turkey's lira logs worst year in two decades under Erdogan
Turkey's lira has logged its worst year since President Tayyip Erdogan came to power nearly two decades ago, despite his appeal on Friday for Turks to trust his unorthodox policies of slashing interest rates in the face of soaring inflation.
Tapering, US Fed style
Until we see Powell in a pair of Nike Zooms, we can safely assume the economists mean something else
Fed is expected to speed up end of bond buying and signal interest rate hikes are coming
The Federal Reserve could decide to speed up the end of its bond buying and signal that it expects to start hiking interest rates in 2022.
Turkish lira plunges after Erdogan defends rate cuts
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — The Turkish currency weakened by some 10% against the U.S. dollar Tuesday, a day after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan insisted there would be no turning back from his unconventional policy of cutting interest rates despite high inflation .
Savings are now more liquid and part of “M1 money” | FRED Blog
Inflation is at a 30-year high. Here's how the Federal Reserve plans to deal with it
The Fed left interest rates near zero on Wednesday but announced plans to start removing some of the support it has provided to the economy as inflation hits its highest point in 30 years.
Fed Takes First Step Toward End of Pandemic Measures
The Federal Reserve is dealing with high inflation at a time when millions of workers remain on the job market’s sidelines. Wednesday’s announcement that it will slow bond purchases is a step toward more normal monetary policy.
Tapering, US Fed style
Until we see Powell in a pair of Nike Zooms, we can safely assume the economists mean something else
Bill Ackman calls for the Fed to start raising interest rates 'as soon as possible'
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman called for the Fed to begin reining in the support it has provided for the U.S. economy.
Teaching the Linkage Between Banks and the Fed: R.I.P. Money Multiplier | St. Louis Fed
How has the Fed's policy framework changed?
Home Prices Are Soaring. Is That the Fed’s Problem?
Low interest rates are one reason that the housing market has taken off. They are far from the only one.
A Suggested Exercise for Teaching Arbitrage on JSTOR
Traditionally, finance textbooks have taught the concept of arbitrage through a number of disparate examples often presented in different sections or chapters. ...
Currency and the Collapse of the Roman Empire
How currency debasement, soaring costs, and overtaxing helped lead to the collapse of Ancient Rome's economy and empire.
Fed Unity Cracks as Inflation Rises and Officials Debate Future
Federal Reserve officials are debating what to do as price risks loom, even as its leaders and the White House say today’s surge will most likely cool.
Fed Boosts Inflation Projections, Signals Rate Hike in 2023
Just like your friend’s Covid-delayed wedding, the Fed’s interest rate hikes finally have a date.
Paul Tudor Jones says 'go all in on the inflation trades' if Fed keeps ignoring higher prices
Billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones told CNBC he would "probably buy commodities, buy crypto, buy gold" if the Fed shrugs off inflation.
Yellen Says Higher Interest Rates Would Be ‘Plus’ for U.S., Fed
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said President Joe Biden should push forward with his $4 trillion spending plans even if they trigger inflation that persists into next year and higher interest rates.
Treasury Secretary Yellen says rates may have to rise somewhat to keep economy from overheating
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen conceded that interest rates may have to rise to keep a lid on the burgeoning economic growth.
The Fed Faces Criticism as It Wades Into Climate and Equity Issues
The Federal Reserve is proudly politically independent. That makes key discussions around climate change and racial inequity a balancing act.
COVID-19’s Effects on the Economy and the Fed’s Response | St. Louis Fed
How has COVID-19 affected the economy?
Fed's Powell: U.S. economy at an 'inflection point' - CBS '60 Minutes'
The U.S. economy is at an "inflection point" with expectations that growth and hiring will pick up speed in the months ahead, but also risks if a hasty reopening leads to a continued increase in coronavirus cases, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said.
The Fed will not extend a pandemic-crisis rule that had allowed banks to relax capital levels
The Fed declined to extend a pandemic-era rule that relaxed the amount of capital banks had to maintain against Treasurys and other holdings.
Fed Boosts Economic Growth Projections, but Maintains Its Easy Money Strategy
Dow climbs 189 points to close above 33,000 for the first time as Fed sticks to easy policy
(23) Victoria Guida on Twitter: "Since I just wrote a story about Treasury debt management, I thought this might be a great moment for an explainer thread: What is the relationship between the Federal Reserve, Treasury and money? 1/x" / Twitter
Since I just wrote a story about Treasury debt management, I thought this might be a great moment for an explainer thread: What is the relationship between the Federal Reserve, Treasury and money? 1/x— Victoria Guida (@vtg2) March 15, 2021
(2) Trevor Chow on Twitter: "Never knew I needed this in my life till now, but behold the three most based and most recent Fed chairs: https://t.co/vw3pOoPCbF" / Twitter
Never knew I needed this in my life till now, but behold the three most based and most recent Fed chairs: pic.twitter.com/vw3pOoPCbF— Trevor Chow (@tmychow) March 10, 2021
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