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Trump Says Fed's Lisa Cook Should Resign
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-20 13:24
The Fed's next move is in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. When they chairman gets the committee together and has a big conversation about the future, The elephant in the room is the political pressure coming from the other side of Washington, D. C.More specifically, coming from the White House. This was the latest this morning. We've been tracking this story.The director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, Bill Pulte, is urging the attorney general, Pam Bondi, to investigate the Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook ...
Expect a lot of volatility around inflation over the next 6-9 months: Verdence's Megan Horneman
CNBC Television· 2025-08-20 10:53
Monetary Policy & Interest Rates - The market's pricing in an 80-90% chance of rate cuts in September is considered unlikely due to upcoming data releases [5] - The Fed's decision-making remains data-dependent, with upcoming inflation and employment reports being crucial [3][6] - There's a possibility of rate cuts later in the year, but the timing and magnitude are uncertain [4] - The Fed should be cautious about adopting a dovish tone, as it could lead to a resurgence of inflation [8] Inflation Outlook - Inflation pressures persist, particularly in sticky areas like services and housing [4][11] - The impact of tariffs implemented in August on inflation is yet to be fully realized [7][14] - The fourth quarter is expected to be a volatile period for inflation due to the delayed effects of tariffs [15] - Inflation is not considered a long-term issue, but volatility is expected over the next 6-9 months [13] Employment & Economic Concerns - The labor market is showing signs of weakening, which the Fed will need to consider [4][10] - The Fed needs to balance concerns about inflation with the employment picture [9][10]
Pressure on the Fed Meets Economic Softness
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-16 12:07
Monetary Policy & Framework - The industry observes an odd timing for a major new framework announcement from the Fed, suggesting it should be addressed by the incoming chairman after consultation [1][2] - The industry notes the Fed's past errors leaned towards excessive transparency and forecasting, leading to iatrogenic volatility, and suggests fewer dot plots and forecasts [2][3] - The industry suggests a return to a more vague and oracular approach, similar to Volcker and Greenspan, given the current challenge of preventing high inflation expectations from becoming embedded [4][5] - The industry emphasizes the importance of symmetry with respect to inflation and learning from the previous framework's shortcomings [6] - The industry highlights the need for careful consideration of the management of the maturity structure of the federal debt, especially when the Treasury and the Fed have conflicting objectives [7] Inflation & Interest Rates - The industry acknowledges persistent inflation above the 2% target, yet markets anticipate a Fed rate cut in September [8] - The industry notes evidence of economic weakening is likely driving market expectations for a Fed rate ease [9] - The industry interprets the market's anticipation of a 25 basis point cut in September as a likelihood, with possibilities of 50 basis points or zero being equally likely [10] - The industry cautions against certainty about future actions, as data could push towards a 50 basis point cut or further delay [11] Economic & Geopolitical Considerations - The industry expresses surprise at the Treasury Secretary's prescriptive stance on monetary policy, suggesting a 175 basis point cut [12][13] - The industry suggests elevated deficit spending, data center spending, reduced trade deficits, and higher asset prices may be raising the net demand for funds, potentially increasing neutral interest rates [15] - The industry expresses disappointment that President Trump hasn't leveraged frozen Russian reserves to drive a just peace with Ukraine [17][18]
This is the last little bit of the inflation battle, says Jefferies' David Zervos
CNBC Television· 2025-08-14 17:32
All right, let's officially now bring in David Zervos, chief market strategist at Jeffre, as well as a CNBC contributor, also on the not so short list of 11 candidates who may replace J. Pal. Welcome.That was that was a long introduction, Melissa. It was I mean, there's so many mantles which you carry these days. And a frequent guest here, which is how we know him.We don't really care about the stuff. What did you make of the number today. I don't make a lot of it. I I Steve said it's a very volatile number ...
Economist Sumerlin confirms he's in the running for Fed chair, backs big interest rate cut
CNBC Television· 2025-08-14 14:45
Monetary Policy & Advisory - The firm has been discussing monetary policy with Secretary Besson on a weekly basis for approximately 12 years [1] - The speaker received a call last Wednesday indicating inclusion on a list [1] Uncertainty & Guidance - The speaker is currently awaiting further guidance on future steps [2] - The speaker was not in the expected location when the list was released due to being in Jackson Hole [2]
Economic growth will be even better if rates are aligned with the fundamentals, says Joe Lavorgna
CNBC Television· 2025-08-13 13:15
Monetary Policy & Interest Rates - Treasury Secretary suggested the Fed should consider a 50 basis points (0.5%) rate cut at the next meeting in September [1] - The market has indicated for three years that monetary policy is too tight, as the ten-year Treasury yield has been trading below the Fed funds rate [10] - The Fed's own standards suggest interest rates are well above neutral [9] - There is pressure for lower rates, and the list of potential replacements for Jay Powell is expanding [19] - Lower rates would help interest-sensitive sectors of the economy like housing, autos, and manufacturing [23] Trade & Tariffs - President Trump is trying to protect U S business and industry through negotiations with China [2] - The Nvidia chip export tax is being considered as a model for others, potentially moving towards industrial policy [4] - National security concerns are a significant factor in trade policy [3][5] Data & Economic Indicators - Concerns exist regarding the integrity and quality of BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) data due to patterns and magnitude of revisions [7][8][13] - There is a need for more rigorous quantitative standards for economic data [7] - The trend in payroll growth has slowed [9] - The economy rebounded in the second quarter, and growth in the third quarter looks good [31]
Bessent Says Fed Chair Powell Could Be Replaced by Someone From the Private-Sector
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-13 12:58
You get the opportunity to remake the Federal Reserve. The president gets the opportunity to remodel, reshape the Federal Reserve. And I'm not talking about the remodeling that maybe the chairman's gone through.We're talk about that another time when it's talk about the complexion and character of the committee, the changes that you're making at the moment. Stephen Morrow, let's start with Stephen. How quickly can you get Martin confirmed.Well, we'll see. The president has great sway with leader assume lead ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-08-09 05:10
Thursday’s vote saw the BOE’s two most senior voices on monetary policy pitted against the governor https://t.co/8APedPZA2r ...
Jason Furman on Stephen Miran's Fed nomination: Needs to prove he will keep Fed independent
CNBC Television· 2025-08-08 17:34
So, for more on all this, let's bring in Jason Ferman. He's a professor at Harvard's Kennedy School and a former CEA chairman himself. Jason, it's terrific to see you on this Friday.Uh, you're you're a former Obama guy, so I think our audience is going to expect that you're going to throw rocks here at Myron. So, let's start with something other than rock throwing for a second. Uh, let's start with the, you know, the most positive thing you can think of about this Myron pick.>> Uh, I don't know if it's the ...
Waller Emerges as Favorite for Federal Reserve Chair
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-07 14:34
Everyone always talks about four names in the running. Although President Trump has told us Scott Bessant asked him to stay at Treasury. So that leaves the Kevins one of whom is normally hawkish.WARSH Right. And then Chris Waller, who's been telling the Trump line, really, Waller has always been seen as sort of the insurance policy for the president, because he's already on the board and he is already confirmed. He would have to undergo another confirmation process to become chair.But it is likely very like ...