US Jobs Growth Slows to 150,000 in December 2025
US job creation cooled in December 2025, adding 150,000 positions. The unemployment rate held at 4.0%, signalling a gradual slowdown in the labour market. Read the full analysis.
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Atlanta Fed President Bostic Announces Retirement
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic will retire in February, creating a pivotal opportunity for President Trump to increase his sway over US interest rates and monetary policy.
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Resilience
The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates amid cooling inflation and unexpected economic strength, with new projections revealing policymakers' cautious optimism.
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady
The Federal Reserve maintains current interest rates as inflation concerns persist and economic growth shows signs of slowing, creating global market uncertainty.
Fed's Powell: No Rate Cuts Until Inflation Cools
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers cautious message on interest rates, emphasising need for sustained inflation control before considering cuts. Market reactions and economic outlook analysed.
Fed Holds Rates Steady, Seeks More Inflation Progress
Jerome Powell signals Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates despite cooling inflation, requiring more evidence before considering cuts as labour market remains strong.
Powell resists Trump pressure on interest rates
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pushes back against Donald Trump's demands for interest rate cuts, asserting the central bank's independence amid political pressure and economic uncertainty.
Fed Chair Powell in China for high-stakes economic talks
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell makes crucial visit to Beijing for high-level economic talks as US-China relations face mounting pressure over trade and monetary policy.
Powell Signals Rate Cuts as Job Market Stays Strong
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicates borrowing costs could be reduced sooner than expected amid cooling inflation and resilient employment figures, reshaping economic forecasts.
Trump's Nixon-Style Fed Attack Shakes Global Economy
Former President Donald Trump's unprecedented pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve draws alarming parallels to Richard Nixon's 1970s interference, raising fears of political independence erosion and economic instability.
Supreme Court upholds Fed Governor Lisa Cook's appointment
The US Supreme Court has rejected an appeal challenging the appointment of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, dealing a significant setback to conservative groups and securing her position on the powerful board.
Powell's hawkish comments trigger Asian market sell-off
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's firm indication that US interest rates will remain high for longer has triggered a sharp sell-off across Asian financial markets, with Tokyo's Nikkei leading the declines.
Powell Defends Fed Independence Amid Trump Pressure
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers unprecedented testimony, defending the central bank's autonomy amid mounting political pressure from the Trump White House over interest rate policy.
Trump's Fed Nominee Faces Scrutiny Over Rate Pressure Claims
Former President Donald Trump's controversial nominee Stephen Miran faces congressional questioning over claims he attempted to influence Federal Reserve policy on interest rates during his tenure.
Trump's Fed Assault: Threat to US Economic Stability
Former President Trump's unprecedented attacks on the Federal Reserve's independence threaten to destabilise global markets and undermine a cornerstone of US economic policy.
Body found in Narnia-inspired CS Lewis woodland reserve
A man in his 70s has been found dead in a nature reserve that famously inspired CS Lewis's magical world of Narnia. Police are investigating the unexplained death in Oxford's CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
Powell Vows High Rates Until Inflation Cools
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell signals a prolonged period of high interest rates, sending tremors through Wall Street as he demands more evidence of cooling inflation, despite a softening job market.
Fed Signals Slowdown in Balance Sheet Reduction Strategy
Exclusive: Federal Reserve officials reveal plans to slow balance sheet reduction in strategic move to stabilise markets and address persistent inflation concerns.
Powell Dashes Hopes for March Interest Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers a hawkish message, indicating that interest rate cuts are unlikely to begin in March, contrary to investor expectations. The central bank seeks more confidence that inflation is truly defeated.
Fed's Rate Decision: Impact on UK Homes & Pensions
The Federal Reserve's pivotal interest rate decision is set to ripple through the UK economy, impacting property prices, loan rates, pensions, and job security. Here’s your essential guide to navigating the financial fallout.
Games Workshop Shares Surge After Fed Holds Interest Rates
Nottingham-based Games Workshop enjoys stock boost as Federal Reserve holds interest rates, sparking global market rally and boosting UK retail investments.
Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.
US Shoppers Defy Recession Fears with Surprise Spending Spree
New data reveals a stunning paradox in the US economy: consumer spending soars to a six-month high despite deepening recession anxieties and soaring inflation. Discover the sectors booming against the odds.
Fed Governor Stephen Miran Resigns After 18 Months
US Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran has unexpectedly resigned after just 18 months, citing personal reasons. The departure fuels speculation about internal discord at the world's most powerful central bank.
Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook
A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power
Trump Vows to Fire Fed's Lisa Cook if Re-Elected
Former President Donald Trump has pledged to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook 'on Day One' of a potential second term, signalling an unprecedented assault on the US central bank's political independence and sending shockwaves through financial mark
Trump: Slash Immigration to Cure US Inflation
Ex-President Donald Trump proposes a controversial economic strategy, linking high immigration to soaring inflation and outlining radical plans for his potential return to the White House.
Fed Governor Lisa Cook's Home Targeted in Security Breach
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's Maryland home was the scene of a major security incident, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Details emerge of the alarming breach.
Fed Officials Warn Trump Policies Threaten US Economic Stability
Senior Federal Reserve governors have publicly challenged Donald Trump's economic agenda, warning his proposed policies could severely destabilise the US financial system and lead to dangerous political interference in central banking.
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