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海外市场点评:特朗普施压FOMC的“三板斧”
Minsheng Securities·2025-11-03 10:40

Group 1: Monetary Policy and Economic Impact - Asymmetric monetary policy has led to higher U.S. Treasury yields being maintained for longer periods, adversely affecting the real economy[2] - The Federal Reserve's hesitation to implement aggressive rate cuts is due to persistent inflation concerns, contrasting with previous rate hikes[2] - The urgency for rate cuts is particularly strong from the White House, as the government’s fiscal power relies on manageable debt levels[2] Group 2: Trump's Influence on the Federal Reserve - Trump's strategy to increase his influence over the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) involves a three-step approach to restructure the Federal Reserve's power dynamics[3] - The first step is to secure a "shadow chairman" to align monetary policy with his expectations, marking the beginning of his intervention[3] - Trump aims to gain a majority on the Board of Governors, currently holding 3 out of 7 seats, needing just 1 more to achieve a majority[4] Group 3: Regional Federal Reserve Presidents - The regional Federal Reserve presidents have gained significant influence in FOMC decisions, with a historical trend showing they cast more dissenting votes than Board members[6] - Since 1936, 72% of dissenting votes from regional presidents have favored tightening policies, compared to only 30% from Board members[6] - Trump's control over the Board of Governors is crucial for influencing the appointment of regional Federal Reserve presidents, as he needs at least 3 supportive votes from them[5] Group 4: Key Upcoming Events - The court ruling on the Cook case in January 2026 will be pivotal for Trump's ability to control the Board majority[5] - The end of terms for all 12 regional Federal Reserve presidents in February 2026 presents an opportunity for Trump to reshape the FOMC by appointing more dovish members[7]