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With Kevin Warsh taking the helm at the US Federal Reserve this month, succeeding chairman Jerome Powell, all eyes are on the policies of the hand-picked candidate of President Donald Trump.

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Kevin Warsh replaces Jerome Powell as Fed Chair after being sworn in at White House

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The Independent UK

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank

President Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair

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US Fed chair Kevin Warsh says will be 'reform-oriented' at glitzy White House swearing-in

New US Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh vowed to be "reform-oriented" as he was sworn in at the White House on Friday, with President Donald Trump insisting the central bank chief would be "totally independent." It is unusual for the chief of the Fed -- an independent non-partisan body that…

The Economic Times

Kevin Warsh takes oath as US Federal Reserve chair

Kevin Warsh has taken the oath as the new US Federal Reserve chair. President Donald Trump stated his desire for Warsh to be fully independent. Trump urged the new chair to focus on letting the American economy boom. Warsh was advised to make decisions without external influence. This marks a…

The Economic Times

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair as Trump faces backlash over economy

Former Wall Street banker takes over amid growing concern over cost of living and disapproval of Trump’s agenda

The Guardian - US

Kevin Warsh takes over US Fed with a policy problem already in view

An unfolding boom in artificial intelligence technology is reshaping the economy in ways Fed officials say could be profound for workers, companies and consumers, but will be hard for Warsh and his colleagues to assess in real time. At the same moment inflation is already high and potentially heading higher…

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Warsh takes over Fed with a policy problem already in view

Kevin Warsh takes charge as the new Fed leader. He faces a critical juncture for the economy and monetary policy. Inflation is high and could rise further. Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries. Warsh must decide whether to raise interest rates to combat inflation. His actions will be closely watched by…

The Economic Times

Fed minutes show more members open to a rate hike

A majority of Fed members at their April meeting felt "some policy firming ‌would likely become appropriate" if inflation in the United States stays high.

AAP

Fed minutes show more policymakers were prepared to lay groundwork for rate hike

Federal Reserve minutes show growing concern that inflation driven by the Iran war could persist above the 2% target, prompting discussions around possible future rate hikes. Several policymakers signalled tightening may be needed, marking a more hawkish shift. Bond yields rose as markets priced in reduced chances of rate cuts.

The Economic Times

Trump’s elections revenge crusade just saddled him with some crucial Republican foes in Congress

ANALYSIS: Trump is poking the bear in the Senate, where Republicans added to his burn list are flexing their power, writes John Bowden. And, as Thomas Massie reminded after his loss Tuesday night, they have seven more months to do so

The Independent UK

Forget tariffs and the Iran oil shock—a top economist says the Fed is blind to the real inflation threat

"We have an aggregate demand issue, not a supply disruption issue," says William Luther, an associate professor at Florida Atlantic University.

Fortune

Stocks and Crypto Crash Each Time a New Fed Chair Takes Over. How to Prepare Your Portfolio for Kevin Warsh.

Markets usually have a big reaction when the Fed changes hands. Now is the time to start getting ready for Donald Trump's hawkish new chair.

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New era begins: Warsh steps into Fed role; Prepares for inflation battle and potential rate hikes

Kevin Warsh assumes leadership of the U.S. Federal Reserve. This marks a new chapter for the central bank and President Trump. Warsh faces challenges including inflation and interest rate decisions. The Fed's balance sheet and future rate movements are key focus areas.

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US Stock Market: Sticky inflation complicates Kevin Warsh’s Fed transition as rate hike odds jump

Sticky inflation has pushed investors to raise bets on a potential U.S. Federal Reserve rate hike, creating early challenges for incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. With markets pricing in higher odds of tightening by January, shifting economic data and rising price pressures, risk complicating the Fed’s policy transition, Reuters reported.

International Business Times

The Bond Market Is Flashing a Warning — And a Former Biden National Security Adviser Says Americans Could Get Hit Twice

Daleep Singh, former Biden National Security Adviser and current chief economist at PGIM, warns the bond market is flashing a serious danger signal as oil prices above $100 drive inflation fears and push the 10-year Treasury yield toward 5%. He warns the end game could be financial repression.

The Economic Times

US Stocks end lower on mounting inflation worries

U.S. stocks declined Friday as rising crude prices fueled global inflation fears, pushing Treasury yields higher and making equities less attractive. The Trump-Xi summit yielded few results, while Jerome Powell's tenure as Fed chair concluded amidst concerns about sticky inflation and potential rate hikes. Energy shares saw gains, but the…

The Economic Times

US Fed board names Powell temporary chief pending Warsh swearing-in

Jerome Powell has been named temporary chair of the US Federal Reserve pending the swearing-in of successor Kevin Warsh. This move follows Warsh's Senate confirmation after a challenging process. Powell's interim role is a customary practice during such transitions, with no specific date set for Warsh's official induction.

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Fortune

America's productivity boom started before AI, and a Stanford economist who decoded the Great Resignation says working from home is the reason why

National data show “a clear post-2020 surge in productivity growth exactly when WFH ramped up,” said Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom.

The Economic Times

US stocks today: Dow Jones crashes 500 points on mounting inflation worries

U.S. stocks pulled back from record highs as rising crude oil prices and surging Treasury yields triggered fresh inflation concerns. The selloff hit AI-driven tech stocks hardest, while markets reassessed rate hike risks under incoming Fed leadership, with geopolitical tensions and bond market signals dampening investor sentiment.

The Economic Times

Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation

When Jerome Powell was sworn in as chair of the Federal Reserve eight years ago, economists worried that inflation and interest rates were too low and that too few Americans had jobs.

Roll Call

Wrapup: Busy week ends in Byrd bath

Republican leaders in Congress scored some victories this week in nominations and appropriations but struck out on easily advancing their partisan “reconciliation 2.0” proposal to fund immigration enforcement. The bill faces a hurdle in the form of the Senate Parliamentarian, who on Thursday evening advised that several provisions violate the…

The Guardian - US

The Federal Reserve’s independence is hanging by a thread in the age of Trump

The president’s ultimate goal is to push the Fed – among other independent US institutions – to bend to his will

Kiplinger

How a New Fed Chair Could Impact Your Tax Bill in 2026

As Kevin Warsh prepares to lead the Federal Reserve, interest rate policy will shape household earnings and taxable income.

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Warsh set to lead Fed amid debate over rates, transparency and AI impact

Fifteen years after leaving the Federal Reserve over disagreements on aggressive bond-buying policies, Kevin Warsh is set to return as chair of the U.S. central bank with a sweeping reform agenda, according to Reuters. Warsh has been a vocal critic of the Fed’s massive asset purchase programs that expanded its…

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