Inflation slowed over the course of 2025, but Americans remain frustrated that they haven’t seen more relief on prices, particularly at the grocery store

Gasoline prices are down, but rising grocery costs continue to weigh on consumers. 2026-01-17 10:30:00 Rachel Wolfe

Continue ReadingInflation slowed over the course of 2025, but Americans remain frustrated that they haven’t seen more relief on prices, particularly at the grocery store

President Trump signaled that he may keep National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, a top contender for Federal Reserve chair, in his current job

Kevin Hassett is widely seen as one of the president’s top choices to lead the Fed, alongside former Fed governor Kevin Warsh. 2026-01-16 22:24:00 Nick Timiraos

Continue ReadingPresident Trump signaled that he may keep National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, a top contender for Federal Reserve chair, in his current job

Fed Well Positioned to Determine Additional Interest-Rate Adjustments, Vice Chair Jefferson Says

The Federal Reserve’s current policy stance on interest rates leaves the central bank well positioned to determine the extent and timing of additional rate adjustments based on incoming data, Philip…

Continue ReadingFed Well Positioned to Determine Additional Interest-Rate Adjustments, Vice Chair Jefferson Says