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U.S. Economy Stabilizes, Rate Cuts Likely Off the Table

5/15/2025

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Powell's Economic Stabilization

The U.S. economy is stabilizing, with recession fears fading. The Federal Reserve, under Jerome Powell, faces reduced pressure to lower interest rates, even amidst President Trump's past critiques. Market futures reflect this cautious optimism, predicting fewer rate cuts as inflation worries and trade tensions with China linger.

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Trump Critiques Powell

President Trump slammed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for resisting interest rate cuts, insisting that inflation is under control and urging action to invigorate the economy. Simultaneously, his budget bill is encountering backlash from Republicans due to proposed tax increases and funding for Planned Parenthood, jeopardizing both his legacy and party cohesion.

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Powell's Economic Stabilization

The U.S. economy is stabilizing, with recession fears fading. The Federal Reserve, under Jerome Powell, faces reduced pressure to lower interest rates, even amidst President Trump's past critiques. Market futures reflect this cautious optimism, predicting fewer rate cuts as inflation worries and trade tensions with China linger.

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