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Top bankers from around the world react to Fed Chair Powell's DOJ battle with Trump
Central bankers from around the world said Tuesday they “stand in full solidarity” with U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, after President Donald Trump dramatically escalated his confrontation with the Fed with the Justice Department investigating and threatening criminal charges.Powell “has served with integrity, focused on his mandate and an unwavering commitment to the public interest,” read the statement signed by nine national central bank heads including European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde and Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey.They added that “the independence of central banks is a cornerstone of price, financial and economic stability in the interest of the citizens that we serve. It is therefore critical to preserve that independence, with full respect for the rule of law and democratic accountability.
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Here Are the 'Hazards' Jamie Dimon Thinks Loom Over the U.S. Economy
The U.S. economy is "resilient," JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said Tuesday, but investors should remain wary of a range of possible "hazards" ahead.
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Energy Stocks Break Their Slump. Which Charts Are Most Bullish?
An oilfield services company, a proxy to profit from Latin America, and a coal stock.
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December CPI report shows core inflation cooling, here's what it means for the Fed
Consumer prices rose in line with economists' expectations in December, the latest Consumer Price Index report shows. We speak to experts about what the latest inflation report means for the Federal Reserve, bonds, and equities.
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Meme stock traders get behind Fed Chair Powell, why it may be time to bet on 'boring'
Yahoo Finance executive editor Brian Sozzi breaks down the latest financial news for January 13, 2026. Meme stock traders are siding with Fed Chair Jerome Powell as the Department of Justice opens a criminal investigation into him.
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Supreme Court Ruling On Trump's Tariffs Policy Looms
Halie Craig, Former US Senate Trade Advisor and now Principal at government affairs firm Origin Advocacy speaks to Lizzy Burden on Daybreak Europe about the potential US tariff ruling. This interview aired on Jan. 9 -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?
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US Core CPI Rises Less Than Expected in December
Underlying US inflation rose in December by less than expected, as the core consumer price index increased 0.2% from November and advanced 2.6% on an annual basis, matching a four-year low. Michael McKee breaks down the numbers on Bloomberg Television.
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Trump attacks Powell again amid Fed independence fears: 'Incompetent' or 'crooked'
Trump attacks Powell again amid Fed independence fears: 'Incompetent' or 'crooked'
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There could be three rate cuts this year, says Evercore ISI's Julian Emanuel
Julian Emanuel, senior managing director at Evercore ISI, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the latest market trends, his expectations for the Fed, the uncertainty around AI trades, and more.
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‘POWELL LIED': Fed credibility IMPLODES under criminal scrutiny
Entertainment, business and compliance lawyer Seth Berenzweig joins ‘Mornings with Maria' to break down the Warner Bros. Netflix deal, Paramount's legal challenge and the DOJ criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
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Inflation Ended 2025 on Subdued Note
Surging grocery prices were offset by lower increases for appliances and vehicles in the last such report before the Federal Reserve meets to debate interest rates.
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Micro-Caps Lead The Stock Market So Far In 2026 - Can It Last?
The factor leader for US equities so far in 2026: micro-cap shares (IWC), which is posting a 6.2% rise through yesterday's close (Jan. 12). Drawing conclusions from 2026's six trading days may be little better than a coin flip at this point, but it's worth noting the IWC's leadership is hardly a bolt from the blue.
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October new home sales: 737k vs. 718k estimate
CNBC's Diana Olick joins ‘Squawk on the Street' with the latest home sale data to cross the tape.
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Jamie Dimon Says DOJ Pressure on Powell Could Backfire on Inflation
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns the Justice Department's grand jury subpoena of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell risks undermining confidence in the central bank and could ultimately push inflation expectations and interest rates higher.
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Fed Is Comfortable Pausing Here, Pimco's Wilding Says
Pimco Economist Tiffany Wilding calls today's core consumer price index report provides "pretty confusing" numbers and says the Federal Reserve is comfortable pausing on interest rate cuts. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?
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BOMBSHELL Fed investigation threatens Washington status quo
Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., joins ‘Mornings with Maria' to weigh in on the Justice Department's probe into Fed Chair Jay Powell and whether Democrats are using it to stall President Donald Trump's economic agenda.
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US inflation held firm in December amid pressure on Trump over cost of living
Consumer price index rose 2.7% in year to December, in line with November, as president feuds with Fed over rate cuts
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Wall Street expects strong fourth-quarter earnings driven by robust US economy
Global brokerages expect Corporate America to deliver a strong fourth-quarter earnings season, driven by a broadening of profit growth across industries as the U.S. economy remains resilient.
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US stocks hover near the flatline as inflation showed signs of cooling
US stocks were little changed on Tuesday as investors digested a slightly cooler inflation report and weighed the first wave of fourth-quarter corporate earnings. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped by 35 points.
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S&P and Nasdaq hold as Dow starts lower despite CPI reading matching expectations
9:30am: S&P and Nasdaq hold as Dow starts lower The Dow Jones Industrial Average opened around 149 points or 0.3% lower, to 49,426, whilst the S&P 500 and Nasdaq made positive prints. At 6,981, the S&P 500 was up 4.69 points or 0.12% and the Nasdaq tacked on 65 points, 0.27%, to 23,799.
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