Despite hopeful signs, economists worry that a recession is on the way or that the Federal Reserve will cause one in trying to rein in inflation.
Tag: Federal Reserve System
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How Silicon Valley Bank’s Failure Could Have Spread Far and Wide
New research suggests large parts of the country remain vulnerable to widespread bank failure in the event of a run on deposits.
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Dour Earnings Loom Over Wall St. as a Slowing Economy Bites
The outlook for corporate profits has swiftly deteriorated, with inflation still fast and a banking scare prompting some investor caution.
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Inflation Cools Notably, but It’s a Long Road Back to Normal
Fed officials are debating how to set policy after bank blowups. Fresh inflation data are unlikely to make such decisions easier.
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Why Ron DeSantis Is Taking Aim at the Federal Reserve
Florida’s governor has been blasting Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, while spreading misinformation about central bank digital currency.