European Central Bank

The Debate on Wall Street: Did the Fed Pivot Too Soon on Rates?

The S&P 500 is on the cusp of a new record high following the central bank’s dovish forecast on interest rates. But some market watchers are questioning the durability of the rally.

Powell, Fed’s Chair, Unleashes the Bulls

The Federal Reserve’s surprise projection that it may cut interest rate three times next year has triggered a global rally in stocks and bonds.

Climate Protesters Get in Fed’s Face as Policy Clash Grows Louder

Jerome H. Powell, the central bank’s chair, has been interrupted recently by a climate group that thinks disruption will win the day.

Eurozone Economy Shrinks, While Price Pressures Ease

Economic growth contracted 0.1 percent last quarter, and inflation in October fell to a two-year low, a sign that high interest rates were taking a toll.

European Central Bank Keeps Rates on Hold for First Time in Over a Year

“Inflation is still expected stay too high for too long,” the bank said, but noted that its campaign of interest rate increases was helping to curb price pressures.