Personnel Decisions - The president is likely to announce a decision before Christmas [2] - The decision timing is at the president's discretion, potentially before the Christmas holidays or in the New Year [2] - Kevin Walsh and Kevin Hasset are considered front runners [1] Interview Process - One interview remains to be conducted [2] - It is not prudent to give hints before the interview process is complete [2]

Monetary Policy - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated a focus on simplifying the US Federal Reserve's money market management [1] - The US central bank has become too complex in how it manages money markets [1]

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RT Anthony Pompliano 🌪 (@APompliano)There is major dissent happening inside the Federal Reserve right now.I break down what is happening in my letter to investors this morning.Subscribe here to get it in your inbox: https://t.co/29uk453LoP ...

Market Volatility & Fed Policy - Market anticipates continued volatility this week as investors assess the Federal Reserve's actions, influenced by conflicting economic indicators [2] - Uncertainty surrounding the Fed's decisions suggests markets will likely remain within a tight trading range [3] Economic Indicators & Consumer Spending - Economic indicators are showing mixed signals, with unemployment slightly worsening, solid economic growth, and rising inflation [2] - Consumer confidence has improved recently, and stimulus checks expected in the first quarter, along with rising tax refunds, may boost consumer spending next year [8] - Potential easing of tariff pressures could also contribute to improved consumer spending in the coming year [8] Industry Specific Insights (Motion Industry) - Patrick Industries, a supplier in the "motion industry" (RVs, boats, power toys), is experiencing an increase in demand across its sectors [5][6] - Demand is picking up in consumer discretionary spending areas like RVs and power sports [7] Geopolitical Factors - Potential developments in the Ukraine-Russia situation could introduce market movement [5]

There is major dissent happening inside the Federal Reserve right now.I break down what is happening in my letter to investors this morning.Subscribe here to get it in your inbox: https://t.co/29uk453LoP ...

Governor, I was with the president this week in the Oval Office and I asked him about the Fed interviews. He says lots of names. We may go the standard way.Quote, "It's nice every once in a while to go politically correct. Out of the names that we know that are being interviewed, who is politically correct?" >> Uh, you know, I don't really know the answer. >> Well, you you worked for the president, so you understand how his mind works. Do you think it means someone that is currently on the board like a Gove ...

The Fed’s Fine Line to Walk https://t.co/pNFHDtBRvc ...

Gold was steady after a mixed US jobs report that offered little fresh incentive for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates https://t.co/SgPu7gMUvL ...

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia President Anna Paulson said she’s approaching next month’s rate-setting meeting with caution, though she remains more concerned about weaknesses in the job market https://t.co/tPkr2GE5oo ...