Warsh's first test as Fed Chair
It is expected that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged at today's meeting in light of concerns over persistent inflation and rising energy prices following the outbreak of the war with Iran. Although the new chairman, Kevin Warsh, is viewed as a former supporter of rate cuts, he now faces the challenge of balancing boosting confidence in the bond market with dealing with an inflationary backdrop, with the possibility of interest rate hikes by December. Bank officials are also expected to delay any rate reductions until 2027. The markets are focused on Warsh's statements and economic outlook, especially after Trump's aggressive calls for cost reductions, while also monitoring his relationship with the White House and his level of independence.
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