Fed Watch: What to Know Before Powell Speaks

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will meet on May 6–7, with a decision on interest rates expected by the end of the second day. Get ready to share your forecast on what Jerome Powell might reveal about monetary policy. Join the Zoom discussion with Professor John Longo on May 8 at 7:30 PM.

Intelligent Money News Feed

The Fire Jerome Powell Market Rout

WSJ Opinion

This Wall Street Journal opinion piece discusses the dynamics between former President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, focusing on how tariffs and interest rate policies influence markets.

Why the Bond Market Holds Sway Over Trump

NYTimes

The New York Times breaks down how the bond market’s influence over interest rates and economic sentiment may constrain Trump’s economic policies and tariff proposals.

Say ‘You’re Fired’ and Watch What Happens

Bloomberg Opinion

Bloomberg Opinion explores the political and market consequences of threats to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, placing Trump’s comments under scrutiny.

Powell Indicates Tariffs Could Pose a Challenge

CNBC

Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that proposed tariffs might complicate central bank policy, potentially increasing inflation while also slowing growth.

Trump Again Calls for Fed to Cut Rates, Says Powell’s ‘Termination Cannot Come Fast Enough’

CNBC

President Trump reiterated his criticism of Jerome Powell, urging the Fed to lower interest rates and declaring Powell’s dismissal overdue.