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CNBC Daily Open: Investors find cheer amid Fed's hawkish cut
The Fed cuts rates by a quarter percentage point to a targeted range of 3.5%-3.75%. But Trump thinks the cut should have "at least doubled.
With the Fed done for the year, we are not going to fight the tape, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer reflects on today's announcement of a 25bps cut.
With this president, it won't be the last Fed cut, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer reflects on today's announcement of a 25bps cut.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell said that Fed staffers believe federal data could be overstating job creation by up to 60,000 jobs a month—which suggests the jobs market might be shrinking
Powell said that Fed staffers believe federal data could be overstating job creation by up to 60,000 jobs a month—which suggests the jobs market might be shrinking.
What the Fed's rate cuts really mean for jobs and the 2026 market outlook
Humilis Investment Strategies CEO and chief investment officer Brian Belski reveals his theme for 2026 and breaks down how the Fed's rate cuts are reshaping employment and driving stock buying on 'Mak...
'Fast Money' traders talk aftermath of FOMC meeting
The 'Fast Money' traders talk aftermath of FOMC meeting.
LARRY KUDLOW: Mr. Trump is a better forecaster than all of the Fed's economists put together
The Fed did what everybody expected them to do, by cutting their target rate by a quarter of a point
Powell: There's been a 'systematic overcount' in payroll numbers that will be 'corrected'
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested that job growth is worse than the official data suggests, saying that there has been a "systematic overcount" by an estimated 60,000 per month.
This positive tone by Powell gave the markets holiday cheer, expert says
'The Claman Countdown' panelists Meera Pandit and Kenny Polcari analyze Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's rate decision. #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #foxbusiness #thecl...
'Fast Money' traders talk Fed's decision to cut interest rates 25bps
CNBC's Steve Liesman joins the 'Fast Money' traders to talk the FOMC's latest interest rate cut.
Powell declines to weigh in on potential successors as Trump eyes next Fed chair
Jerome Powell refused to comment on President Donald Trump's search for his Federal Reserve replacement, saying the process doesn't affect his current chair role.
Investors expect relief in money markets as Fed resumes T-bill purchases
The Federal Reserve's move to expand its balance sheet again by buying Treasury bills is expected to ease money-market strains, calming investor worries that years of bond-portfolio runoff had drained...
Powell: Housing market faces 'significant challenges'
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Wednesday said that the housing market faces "some really significant challenges" and that the U.S. "needs more housing of different kinds."
Powell's Hawkish Talk Could Just Be Talk. Why the Fed Might Not Be Done Cutting Rates.
Markets continue to price in over two cuts in 2026, betting that labor-market softness will outweigh lingering inflation pressures.
Powell: I don't think a rate hike is anybody's base case at this point
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that a rate hike is not "anybody's base case" in his estimation.
FOMC December 2025: $40B In 30 Days - The Fed Knows Something You Don't
The Fed cut rates by 25 bps to 3.50–3.75%, but internal division and a static dot plot signal heightened uncertainty. $40 billion in immediate Treasury bill purchases is a liquidity stabilization move...
Powell calls December rate cut decision a 'close call'
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday's decision to cut rates was anything but straightforward. “I could make a case for either side.
Here are the five big takeaways from Wednesday's Fed rate decision
The Fed approved a much-anticipated quarter percentage point interest rate cut at a meeting that was packed with intrigue and surprises.
Powell says central bank needs to 'wait to see' before moving again
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the Federal Reserve is in a "wait to see" mode as it decides future monetary policy decisions.
SpaceX Said to Pursue 2026 IPO, Raising Far Above $30 Billion
Phil Haslett, co-founder and chief strategy officer at EquityZen, one of the largest platforms for pre-IPO shares - weighs in on Bloomberg's exclusive report that SpaceX is moving ahead with plans for...
Fed cuts rates by 25 basis points at December meeting: Biggest takeaways from FOMC, Powell comments
Market Domination hosts Josh Lipton and Julie Hyman cover the latest headlines and interest rate decisions out from the Federal Reserve on December 10, 2025. Yahoo Finance senior Fed reporter Jennifer...
Powell says the Fed is "well-positioned" to see how the economy evolves.
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Wednesday's Final Takeaways: FOMC Rate Cut & Global Yields Climb
Marley Kayden and Sam Vadas talk all about Wednesday's decision from the Fed to cut interest rates by 25bps. They also explain the moves it has on both U.S. and global bond markets.
Dow gains almost 500 points, S&P 500 ends shy of record high after Fed's final rate cut of 2025 bolsters case for early start to ‘Santa Claus rally'
The S&P 500 index narrowly missed a fresh record close Wednesday and the Dow Jones Industrial Average finished with strong gains after the Federal Reserve's decision to deliver a final quarter-point r...
Fed forecast 'very dovish', says Jefferies' David Zervos
David Zervos, Jefferies, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the Fed's decision to cut 25bps.
Stocks Rise After Fed Cuts Rates 25 Basis Points | Closing Bell
Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Katie Greifeld, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec.
Trump Says Fed Could Have ‘Doubled' Latest Interest Rate Cut
Trump, a critic of Powell who he's consistently accused of being “too late” to cutting interest rates, said the Fed's move to lower interest rates by a quarter-point could have been “at least doubled....
Powell: 'There is no risk-free path for policy'
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Wednesday said there is no risk-free path for policy as the central bank navigates the tension between its employment and inflation goals.
Pres. Trump confirms meeting with Fed Chair contender Kevin Warsh
CNBC's Eamon Javers joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' with the latest from the White House.
U.S. Stocks Jump After Fed Signals an Opening for Additional Interest-Rate Cuts
The S&P 500 ends higher on Wednesday, but just misses another record close.
DoubleLine's Gundlach: I've turned positive on commodities broadly
CNBC's “Closing Bell” team discusses Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's news conference following the Federal Open Market Committee's decision to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point wi...
Bigger tax refunds — up to $2,000 on average — could give stocks a boost next year
Tax-rebate checks are expected to arrive in the second quarter for consumers, but the bulk of relief from Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act is geared toward businesses
Fed now on hold, but ‘I don't think that a rate hike is anybody's base case' – Fed Chair Powell
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DoubleLine's Jeffrey Gundlach: I don't feel like that was a hawkish cut
CNBC's “Closing Bell” team discusses Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's news conference following the Federal Open Market Committee's decision to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point wi...
Trump Says Fed Rate Cuts Could Have Been Doubled
President Donald Trump says a quarter-point rate cut by the Fed is not enough. Trump called that “a rather small number that could have been doubled, at least doubled,” and criticized Powell as a “sti...
Powell blames elevated inflation on tariffs
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said inflation has remained “somewhat elevated” due to the impact from tariffs. “These readings are higher than earlier in the year, as inflation for goods has pick...
Powell refuses to weigh in on Supreme Court case threatening Trump's tariff policies
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell refused to comment on the Supreme Court case that could impact President Trump's trade agenda, citing ongoing court proceedings.
Dow soars over 550 points, S&P 500 hits new record after Fed rate cut
US stocks surged after the Federal Reserve delivered its third straight quarter-point rate cut on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones jumping over 550 points and the S&P 500 notching another record close. T...
December Fed Meeting: FOMC Lowers Rates, Overcomes The Divide
The FOMC followed through on another interest rate reduction at the conclusion of its two-day meeting on Wednesday. Though expected, the decision is notable given the scale of dissenting opinion withi...
4 key takeaways from Powell as the Fed cuts interest rates
The Fed cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday. The meeting featured the most dissent among officials since 2019.
Trump says Fed could have 'at least doubled' latest interest rate cut
CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on President Trump's commentary after the Federal Reserve moved to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point.
U.S. Could Consider an Exit From Mexico and Canada Trade Deal, Official Says
Exiting, revising, or renegotiating the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement is “all on the table.”
US rate futures raise rate-pause odds in January; still see two cuts in 2026
Futures on the federal funds rate, which measure the cost of unsecured overnight loans between banks, raised the odds on Wednesday that the Federal Reserve will pause its easing cycle at the next poli...
Powell's not affected by the President openly discussing the search for his replacement
Powell's not affected by the President openly discussing the search for his replacement.
Fed Chair Powell: I want to turn this job over to whoever replaces me with the economy in good shape
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: Housing market faces significant challenges
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Trump says Fed could have 'at least doubled' latest interest rate cut
President Donald Trump said the Federal Reserve's latest decision to cut benchmark interest rates by a quarter percentage point could have been "at least doubled." Trump, who has long urged the centra...
Fed Chair Powell: We're seeing higher productivity, but quick to say it's generative AI
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: There's an overcount in the payroll job numbers continuing, it will be corrected
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: A lot of high costs are embedded due to higher inflation in 2022 and 2023
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: Job creation may actually be negative
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell takes reporter questions after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third straight interest rate cut.
Fed Can Wait and See How Economy Evolves, Chair Powell Says
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says officials are “well positioned” to wait and see how the economy evolves from here. He spoke at a news conference in Washington, DC after the central bank's pol...
Fed Chair Powell: If no new tariffs, goods inflation should peak in 'first quarter or so'
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: We haven't made any decision about January
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: Labor market has cooled 'a touch more gradually' than we thought
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Powell: Spending on AI and data centers has been "holding up business investment."
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The Fed's Cuts Are a Moment of Truth for Europe
The European Central Bank is holding, driving increasingly diverging economies, Pierre-Antoine Dusoulier writes in a guest commentary.
Fed Chair Powell: Very unusual to have persistent tension between parts of dual mandate
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: I don't think a rate hike is anyone's base case at this point
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
The Federal Reserve has faith in this, expert reveals
QI research CEO and chief strategist Danielle DiMartino Booth discusses the Federal Reserve's predictions moving into the new year on 'Making Money.'
Fed signals rate cut pause as central bank prepares for Trump showdown
The US central bank has signalled a pause in interest rates cuts demanded by the president as it grapples pressures from both elevated inflation and a weak jobs market.
What does the Fed see ahead? Higher rates through 2027, 2.4% inflation, soft landing growth
The Federal Reserve's December projections paint a surprisingly optimistic picture. After delivering a quarter-point rate cut, the US Fed forecasted that the American economy will showcase resilience,...
Fed Chair Powell: Implication of increased growth numbers is higher productivity
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed cuts or not, the stock market is likely to move higher in 2026
U.S. equities historically have made investors money in two out of every three years — regardless of politics and central-bank policy.
Fed Chair Powell: We are well positioned to wait and see how the economy evolves
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed Chair Powell: The base line would be solid growth next year
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed's Powell Says Treasury Purchases May Remain Elevated
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the Fed's Treasury purchases may remain elevated for a few months at a news conference in Washington, DC after the central bank's policy-setting Federal Open M...
Fed Chair Powell Says Inflation Has Eased, but Remains Somewhat Elevated
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says inflation has eased but remains “somewhat elevated” compared to the Fed's 2% longer-run goal. He speaks after announcing a 25 point interest rate cut in Washin...
Powell: Inflation for goods picked up, reflecting effects of tariffs
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters after the Federal Open Market Committee announced its third interest rate cut this year.
Fed rate cut was 'much more dovish,' says KKM Financial's Kilburg
CNBC's “Power Lunch” team discusses the market's reaction to the Fed's interest rate cut and what may be next for the economy with Jeff Kilburg, founder and CEO of KKM Financial.
My 2025 Year-End Portfolio Review: Top Winners, Biggest Losers, And Lessons For 2026
My core satellite portfolio, anchored by VOO and DIA, outperformed the S&P 500 with an 18.45% total return versus 17.82% in 2025. I maintain a conservative tech weighting, overweight energy and indust...
Buying Stocks on the Cheap Can Cost You More. Here's a Better Strategy.
Many investors welcomed the market's recent decline as an opportunity to buy the dip. That's not the best strategy, argue two analysts.
Fed cuts interest rate by a quarter percentage point
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday a quarter percentage point, or 25 basis point, cut to its overnight lending rate, bringing the targeted range to between 3.5% and 3.75%.
There could have been six FOMC dissents, says JPMorgan's Kelly on rate cut
CNBC's “Power Lunch” team discusses the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point with David Kelly of JPMorgan, Frances Donald of RBC Capital Markets and Jim Caron...
The Fed is the most divided it's been in more than a decade
Three members of the Federal Open Market Committee dissented on Wednesday, two for no cuts and one for a bigger cut. The last time there were 3 dissents was December 2014.
Federal Reserve Lowers Interest Rates Again—And Projects One Cut In 2026
How Powell addresses future interest rate cuts. Goldman Sachs analysts wrote this week they expect Powell to suggest the “bar has risen” for further reductions, and that five Fed officials will likely...
Fed cuts interest rates by a quarter percentage point
CNBC's Steve Liesman reports on the Federal Open Market Committee's decision to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point, putting it in a range between 3.5%-3.75%.
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points for the third time this year
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points for the third time this year.
Fed Cuts Rates by 25 Basis Points With Three Dissents
The Federal Reserve cut rates for a third consecutive meeting and maintained their outlook for just one cut in 2026. The Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-3 Wednesday to lower the benchmark federa...
Fed to Resume Net Asset Purchases With $40 Billion in Securities This Month
The Federal Reserve is ready to once more expand its balance sheet by buying short-term Treasury securities, aiming to head off bouts of pressure in overnight lending markets that are critical to the ...
Fed Chair Powell announces controversial new rate cut decision
Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell announces interest rate decision after December FOMC meeting. #foxbusiness #makingmoney
We're seeing pretty good macro environment, says Blackstone's Jonathan Gray
CNBC's Leslie Picker sits down with Jonathan Gray, president and chief operating officer at Blackstone, to discuss the looming interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve, private credit markets, ...
Three Dissents in FOMC Cutting Interest Rates 25bps, "QE is Back"
There were three dissents in the latest interest rate cut from the Fed, one for 50bps and two for zero cuts. Kevin Hincks talks about the FOMC's differing views and the role its dual mandate plays.
What the Fed's December interest rate cut means for your wallet
The Federal Reserve cut rates for the third time this year at its final 2025 meeting. A rate cut could lower borrowing costs for mortgages and credit cards, bringing relief to consumers.
Fed approves third straight 25 bps cut, signals a cautious path
The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its policy rate by 25 basis points, the third consecutive reduction. The policy rate, which was widely expected to signal a deliberate pivot toward easier polic...
Fed rate cut is 'insurance' buffer against labor market, says economist Claudia Sahm
CNBC's "The Exchange" team discusses the state of the economy amid the Federal Open Market Committee's decision on interest rates with Claudia Sahm, chief economist at New Century Advisors.
Another rate cut? Here is what it means for your money
The U.S. Federal Reserve is ending 2025 with a bang, delivering another rate cut for consumers amid an uncertain year for the economy.
Fed cuts interest rates for third straight time amid uncertainty over labor market, inflation
The Federal Reserve announced its third straight interest rate cut following its December meeting amid concerns about slowing labor market despite inflation remaining above target.
Fed says will start reserve management Treasury bill buying
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday said that it would start buying short-dated government bonds to help manage market liquidity levels to ensure the central bank retains firm control over its interest r...
Fed cuts interest rates by a quarter point amid apparent split over US economy
Vote to lower rates to a range of 3.5% to 3.75% was divisive among committee that tends to vote unanimously
Fed slashes interest rates by quarter point for third time in a row
Although not reaching a full consensus, central bankers lowered rates to a new range of 3.5% to 3.75% as they remain more concerned about underlying strain in employment.
The Fed cut rates but signaled reluctance to ease further. Three dissents underscored diverging views on the path forward.
Three officials dissented in opposite directions. Stalled progress on inflation and a cooling job market made for one of the most divided meetings in years
Divided Fed approves third rate cut, sees slower pace ahead
A Federal Reserve split over where its priorities should lie lowered its key interest rate Wednesday, but signaled a tougher road ahead for further reductions.
Why former CEA chair Jason Furman says he would vote against a rate cut
CNBC's "The Exchange" team discusses the Federal Reserve's looming interest rate decision and the case to keep rates the same with Jason Furman, professor at Harvard's Kennedy School and former chairm...
MARKETS ON EDGE: Fed turmoil hits Wall Street-inflation fears intensify
'The Big Money Show' panel discusses the possibility of a third straight Fed rate cut as markets brace and investors look for clues about the 2026 outlook. #foxbusiness #bigmoneyshow
Expect tighter balance sheet policy from Fed, says Ironsides Macroeconomics' Knapp
CNBC's "The Exchange" team discusses the Federal Reserve's looming interest rate decision and market outlook with Barry Knapp, managing partner and director of research at Ironsides Macroeconomics, an...
If the Fed Is Cutting Interest Rates, Why Are 10-Year Treasury Yields Rising? How Does It Affect You?
Official interest rates are declining, but not the rates that could matter the most to everyday Americans.
Counting down to the Fed rate decision: What you need to know
The Investment Committee prepare for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech later today that will decide the next direction for rates and the rally. CNBC's Steve Liesman joins us with the latest out of Wash...
Former Richmond Fed President: I expect a ‘very hawkish' Fed press conference
Former Richmond Fed President Jeffrey Lacker joins 'Money Movers' to discuss today's Fed rate decision, the next Fed chair, and more.
We're expecting 2026 U.S. GDP growth of 2.2%, says Mastercard's Michelle Meyer
Michelle Meyer, chief economist at the Mastercard Economics Institute, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the 2026 outlook, AI, and more.