Group 1 - Concerns among major bond investors regarding Kevin Hassett's potential appointment as Federal Reserve Chair, warning of possible market turmoil if he lowers interest rates as per Trump's demands [2] - The U.S. Treasury has engaged in informal discussions with major Wall Street banks and asset management firms to gauge market sentiment on Hassett and other candidates, reflecting widespread anxiety over the potential change in Fed leadership [2] - Investors fear that Hassett's close ties to Trump may lead to indiscriminate rate cuts despite inflation remaining above the 2% target, raising concerns about the credibility of the Federal Reserve [2][3] Group 2 - Some individuals question Hassett's ability to lead a divided Federal Reserve Board, with discussions also involving the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee on debt issuance strategies [3] - Hassett's background includes serving as a senior economic advisor in previous Republican campaigns and holding positions in conservative think tanks and the Federal Reserve, but his close relationship with Trump raises concerns about the independence of the central bank [3] - The White House and Treasury have stated that discussions are ongoing to understand market dynamics, with Hassett emerging as a leading candidate among 11 potential nominees for the Fed Chair position [4]
华尔街表示:“反对提名哈西特成为美联储主席,或将抛售美国国债!”引发热议
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-12-04 08:52