Jerome Powell
جروم پاول
Central banker
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View Timeline →UK PM Adviser’s Wife Voices Support for Palestine Action, Police Investigate
Sarah Helm, the wife of UK PM adviser Jonathan Powell, has expressed support for Palestine Action, prompting police to review her social media post. This…
Colorado River Drought Highlights Groundwater Loss and Water Management Challenges
The article discusses the ongoing drought affecting the Colorado River, leading to significant groundwater loss in the Southwestern United States. This environmental crisis highlights the…
US Fed watchdog clears Powell of wrongdoing in renovation costs amid Trump pressure
The US Federal Reserve's watchdog concluded that there was no criminal wrongdoing related to renovation costs during Jerome Powell's tenure, which had been scrutinized amid…
Lake Powell Hits Record Low, Raising Concerns Over Water Supply
Lake Powell has reached its lowest level on record due to a dry winter, impacting the Colorado River Basin which supplies water to over 40…
California's Universal Transitional Kindergarten: Challenges for Child Care Workers
The article discusses the challenges faced by child care center leaders in the Bay Area as they navigate the implications of California's universal transitional kindergarten…
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Again: Are Fed Rate Hikes Back on the Table?
Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz again, citing ceasefire violations, which has reignited oil-driven inflation risks. This development complicates the Federal…
Oil Tumbles to $80 on Iran Deal. Could Fed Rate Cuts Be Back in Play?
A reported US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz immediately sent oil prices sharply lower, with WTI crude falling to around $80 per barrel…
Former US Fed Chair Powell Cautions Against Political Interference Amid Trump's Criticism
Jerome Powell, the former Chair of the US Federal Reserve, highlighted the challenges faced by the central bank amid political pressures, particularly in light of…
Economists Boost US Inflation Forecast, Push Out Fed Cut on War
Economists have increased their US inflation estimates and delayed predictions for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts, as the Iran war's price shock extends beyond energy costs.…
Trump to Host Swearing-In Ceremony for New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh
US President Trump will host the swearing-in ceremony for Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chair, following Trump's interest in Warsh's appointment due to…
BPInsights: May 16, 2026
FinCEN has issued a recent alert to banks, warning of potential sanctions evasion by the Iranian regime through the use of shell companies, crypto infrastructure,…
Jerome Powell's Leadership of the US Fed Amid COVID-19 and Political Pressures
Jerome Powell's leadership of the US Federal Reserve has been significantly influenced by former President Trump's push for interest rate cuts during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Key inflation gauge jumps to highest level in 3 years as Iran war spikes gas prices - PBS
A key inflation measure in the US rose 0.7% in March from February, reaching 3.5% compared to a year ago, the highest increase in almost…
Fed Chair Powell: U.S. Impact from Iran War Less Severe than Global Effects
Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated that the impact of the ongoing war in Iran on the U.S. economy is significantly less severe compared to its…
US Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates Amid Legal Challenges for Powell
The US Federal Reserve, led by Jerome Powell, has decided to maintain interest rates, with Powell indicating he will remain on the board until legal…
Iran's Economic Concerns Amid Bond Selloff Before Fed Chair's Final Press Conference
Investors are concerned about the impact of an oil shock and high inflation on the bond market as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell prepares for…
Gold Prices Steady as Markets Await Powell's Insights on Iran Conflict
Gold prices remain stable as financial markets anticipate comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell regarding the implications of the ongoing conflict in Iran. Investors…
US Justice Department Ends Investigation into Fed Chair Powell, Clearing Path for Warsh
The US Justice Department has dropped its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, paving the way for the confirmation of his successor, Kevin…
Trump Threatens to Dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Powell Over Board Seat
Former President Trump threatened to fire US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if he does not resign when his term ends. This situation involves the…
Inflation stayed stubbornly high heading into the Iran war, Fed's preferred gauge shows
U.S. consumer spending in February rose just enough to keep pace with rising prices, with inflation remaining stubbornly high before the Iran war. The Personal…