US Federal Reserve
Powell defends independence of Federal Reserve
It will maintain trust in central banks that monetary policy will not be abused for short-term gains that might win elections
Singapore, Asia markets end largely higher after Fed pause and MAS hold as focus shifts to earnings
Investor attention is shifting towards fundamentals and AI-linked growth themes in the region
US Fed holds rates steady, sees ‘elevated’ inflation and stabilising job market
Policymakers voted 10-2 to hold the US central bank’s benchmark interest rate
Federal Reserve’s Powell dodges questions on his future, but has advice for his successor
Powell’s term as chair ends in May
Why Japan’s yen shock is rippling across Asian currencies – and what it means for Singapore
The US dollar has slid on intervention fears, while the yen has strengthened considerably
Fed’s first meeting of 2026 likely to be dominated by threats to central bank’s independence
The benchmark rate is likely to stay put at between 3.5 and 3.75%
Fed to hold rates as political storm intensifies around Powell
The decision is likely to amplify the outrage of US President Donald Trump, who wants them slashed
Fed not seen cutting rates again until June in latest survey
This is due to inflationary pressures lingering and signs of stabilisation in the labour market
Trump says he may be down to one candidate to head the Fed
[DAVOS, Switzerland] US President Donald Trump on Wednesday indicated he was close to choosing the new chair of the Federal Reserve, adding he liked the idea of keeping White House economic adviser Ke...
