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India's markets regulator sets up task force to tackle AI-driven cyber threats

India's markets regulator on Tuesday issued an advisory ​on emerging AI-driven vulnerability ‌detection tools, warning that their use could introduce new cybersecurity ​risks for regulated entities.

14 minutes ago - Reuters

What's Moving The Market: Jobs, Housing & AI

Kevin Green breaks down mixed economic signals, noting job data distortions post COVID and a shifting but resilient housing market. He highlight's Micron's (MU) momentum and calls Nvidia (NVDA) the ke...

25 minutes ago - Schwab Network

Will Bending the Rules Break the Market?

Busting trust is a bad idea, plus the risks of high income from stocks, and more

25 minutes ago - WSJ

Job openings were low before Iran war. Now businesses have another reason not to hire.

The number of job openings in the U.S. and the speed at which businesses hire to fill them are still depressed — a depressing thought for anyone looking for work.

52 minutes ago - Market Watch

U.S. Services-Sector Activity Continued to Expand in April

The Institute for Supply Management's purchasing managers index for services providers was 53.6, suggesting continued expansion, though price pressures from the war in Iran weighed on growth.

58 minutes ago - WSJ

March Labor Market Was Stable, if Sluggish

Hiring picked up in March, but the rate of job openings ticked down to 4.1%, emphasizing a continued stretch of relatively low dynamism in the market.

1 hour ago - WSJ

Homes could become mini data centers to power AI growth

CNBC's Diana Olick reports Span, Nvidia and PulteGroup are testing home based data center nodes, using unused grid capacity to cut costs, ease community pushback and support growing AI demand.

1 hour ago - CNBC Television

ISM Services Prices Paid Unchanged as US Job Openings Fall Slightly

US job openings were little changed in March, with available positions falling slightly to 6.87 million from a revised 6.92 million in February. Mike McKee reports on "Bloomberg Open Interest.

1 hour ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

U.S. New Home Sales Rose in March

Sales of new single-family homes rose to 682,000 in March, from 635,000 in February. A consensus of economists polled by The Wall Street Journal expected 660,000 sales in March.

1 hour ago - WSJ

US job openings drop in March; hires increase sharply

U.S. job openings slipped in March, but a surge in hiring suggested the ​labor market was regaining its footing after ‌struggling last year.

1 hour ago - Reuters

James Murdoch in Talks to Buy Vox's New York Magazine and Podcast Division

A deal, which isn't finalized, would go through Murdoch's Lupa Systems investment firm.

1 hour ago - WSJ

This big part of the economy was stung by Iran war, but not enough to cause a lot of pain

The largest part of the economy took a hit in April from the fallout from the Iran war, a survey showed, but businesses still grew at a fairly robust pace even as they grew more cautious.

1 hour ago - Market Watch

US Trade Deficit Widens in March to $60.3 Billion

The value of imports rose by 2.3% while exports increased 2% in March from the prior month. The trade gap now stands at $60.3 billion.

1 hour ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Wall Street regulator moves to scrap Biden-era climate rule

Wall Street's top regulator is crafting regulations to undo a dormant Biden-era rule intended to help investors gauge ​companies' climate-related spending and risks, according to a notice on ‌the U.S....

1 hour ago - Reuters

Dow jumps 190 pts as oil prices fall, despite Middle East tensions

Wall Street's main indexes recovered on Tuesday, as easing oil prices provided relief to equity markets despite renewed tensions in the Middle East that continue to cloud the global outlook. Dow Jones...

2 hours ago - Invezz

Central banks risk a recession by raising rates to tackle Iran oil shock, strategist warns

Global central banks are grappling with the oil price shock caused by the war in the Middle East. Investors now anticipate rate-setters to increase borrowing costs in a bid to combat runaway inflation...

2 hours ago - CNBC

U.S. Trade Deficit Grew in March

Both exports and imports rose after the Supreme Court struck down many of the president's highest levies in February.

3 hours ago - NYTimes

Markets Waver as Iran Tensions Drive Uncertainty

Stocks pulled back from all-time highs Monday but are rebounding in Tuesday's premarket session as investors weigh escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Kevin Green breaks down what a potenti...

3 hours ago - Schwab Network

5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens

Stock futures are higher this morning as the market rebounds from losses yesterday caused by uncertainty over developments in the Middle East; shares of Palantir are slipping despite a strong earnings...

3 hours ago - Investopedia

Credit risk at record low despite war, bank CEO says

Banco Sabadell CEO César González-Bueno spoke to CNBC's Ritika Gupta about credit risk, war uncertainty and interest rates

3 hours ago - CNBC International TV

Iran tensions, Palantir earnings, Musk's SEC settlement and more in Morning Squawk

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

3 hours ago - CNBC

Here are 13 reasons why large caps will now beat small caps, according to UBS

Positioning, earnings, momentum and historical evidence suggests large caps are set up to outperform small-cap stocks in the near term, says a team of strategists.

4 hours ago - Market Watch

Central banks 'on verge of policy mistake territory': Strategist

Despite the Iran conflict-related energy shock, it would be wrong for central bankers to hike rates in a bid to stave off inflation, says Julian Howard, chief multi-asset investment strategist at GAM ...

4 hours ago - CNBC International TV

Your ETF Has Superpowers—Here's Its Kryptonite

Stocks started the week on the back foot amid rising tensions in the largely closed Strait of Hormuz, but futures are pointing to small gains at the open today. Iran warned the U.S. about “being dragg...

5 hours ago - WSJ

‘Exuberance' for Tech Drives Stock Market Gains Even as Iran War Concerns Intensify

U.S. stocks looked poised for gains Tuesday as investors looked past the latest round of headlines tied to the war with Iran, a worrying rise in oil prices, and Treasury yields that suggested mounting...

5 hours ago - Barrons

Dow futures soar 126 points: 5 things to know before market opens

US equity futures edged higher on Tuesday morning as oil prices retreated from the prior session's sharp gains, offering some relief to markets rattled by the latest flare-up in the Persian Gulf. Iran...

5 hours ago - Invezz

Tech Stocks Eclipse Iran, Oil as the Market's Mover. Why That Will Continue.

U.S. stocks aren't behaving as if the cease-fire with Iran is slipping quietly away amid small-boat attacks, cruise missiles, and drone strikes. Markets looks set to deliver a fresh record high for te...

5 hours ago - Barrons

This was a ‘HUGE MISTAKE' by the Fed, economist warns

First Trust Advisors chief economist Brian Wesbury criticizes the Federal Reserve for quantitative easing on ‘Making Money.'

5 hours ago - Fox Business

Markets on edge as fresh U.S.-Iran attacks dent optimism over a peace deal

Hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have ramped up in the last 48 hours. The U.S.' bid to re-open the Strait of Hormuz, dubbed "Project Freedom," was nicknamed "Project Deadlock" by Iran.

6 hours ago - CNBC

HSBC's darkest scenario: stock markets down 35% and oil at $145

HSBC Holdings on Tuesday said it's made a big push into digital assets, including a tokenized gold product that's already seen $1 billion in value traded, as the bank's stock slumped on unexpectedly h...

7 hours ago - Market Watch

Markets on Edge, With U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire at Risk of Collapse

Oil eased, U.S. stocks rallied premarket after slipping Monday and the dollar rose, with investors on edge as tensions flared in the Strait of Hormuz.

7 hours ago - WSJ

This is why stocks keep rallying, according to Morgan Stanley

The steady increase in earnings growth expectations has led to a compression in the price-earnings multiple for the S&P 500 index. Furthermore, the growth is broader and more sustainable, Morgan Stanl...

7 hours ago - Market Watch

Inflation Pushes Bonds to Breaking Point: 3-Minutes MLIV

Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." Chapters: 00:00:00 - MLIV 5/05/2026 00:00:24 - Oil...

8 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Dow Dips 550 Points Amid Iran War Flareup: Investor Sentiment Declines, But Fear Index Remains In 'Greed' Zone

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the “Greed” zone on Monday.

9 hours ago - Benzinga

Jim Cramer says to own these types of stocks that 'dominate the new economy'

CNBC's Jim Cramer said investors shouldn't flee during geopolitical-driven sell-offs, arguing the long-term opportunity remains in companies powering the "computer-driven economy." He highlighted AI, ...

17 hours ago - CNBC

Stock Market Trends April 2026: What Investors Are Buying & Selling

Stock Market Trends April 2026: What Investors Are Buying & Selling.

17 hours ago - Yahoo Finance

Why this bullish stock-market timer is about to flip to bearish

There were enough net decliners on the NYSE for Tom McClellan, editor of the McClellan Market Report, to flip to bearish from bullish.

18 hours ago - Market Watch

Markets react to conflict overseas, GameStop acquisition rumors surface

Markets react to conflict overseas, GameStop acquisition rumors surface.

18 hours ago - Yahoo Finance

Guggenheim's Walsh Sees Fed Cutting Once More This Year

Guggenheim Partners Investment Management CIO Anne Walsh discusses the outlook for the equity, oil and fixed income markets. Speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, Califo...

18 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Pimco's Stracke Sees Client Diversification Away From US

Pimco President Christian Stracke discusses the firm's expansion of its international business. Speaking at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, California, Stracke says internatio...

18 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Markets Look Past War Risks as Earnings Remain Strong and Broadening Continues

S&P 500 Posts Best Month Since November 2020 Despite lingering geopolitical tensions, higher oil prices, and renewed inflation concerns, equities moved higher in April, supported by a strong start to ...

19 hours ago - ETF Trends

IMF chief Georgieva warns of 'much worse outcome' if Middle East war drags into 2027

The head of International Monetary Fund on ​Monday warned that inflation was ‌already picking up and the global economy could face a "much ​worse outcome" if the ​war in the Middle East ⁠drags into 20...

19 hours ago - Reuters

Dow sinks 550 points as oil spike fuels Middle East fears

Wall Street's main indexes closed lower on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices higher, raising concerns about global stability and economic fallout. The Dow Jones Indust...

19 hours ago - Invezz

QUOTE BOX Global finance leaders flag shifting capital flows, AI impact at Milken

Top global investors and executives gathered at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills on Monday to discuss geopolitical tensions, private credit risks and opportunities, shifting cap...

19 hours ago - Reuters

Pirro abandons plan to appeal Powell subpoenas in Fed investigation

U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro on Monday asked a federal judge to vacate his decisions blocking aspects of her criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve under Chair Jer...

19 hours ago - CNBC Television

Justice Department Moves to Wipe Court Loss From Powell Probe

The Justice Department is seeking to vacate a ruling that blocked its subpoenas in the now-paused investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

20 hours ago - Barrons

‘PARABOLIC MOVE': The TRIGGER that could SHAKE global markets

UBS managing director and senior portfolio manager Jason Katz joins ‘Varney & Co.' to discusses whether a successful push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could ease oil prices, lift equities and extend...

20 hours ago - Fox Business

Tech Spotlight: Nasdaq Highs & Market Warnings

The Nasdaq-100 hit an all time high today, but Steven Orr warns that now might not be the time to be in the market. He's hopeful of tech long-term, but says AI is already evolving past the hype.

20 hours ago - Schwab Network

This chart is a flashing warning sign that the Fed might yet rattle the markets with rate hikes by year-end

The U.S. bond market is increasingly concerned that accelerating inflation could pressure the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates to try and tamp down price pressures — even as U.S. stocks continu...

20 hours ago - Market Watch

CFTC Chair Michael Selig on the current regulatory environment

CFTC Chair Michael Selig discusses the current regulatory environment and lawsuits around prediction markets.

21 hours ago - CNBC Television

Market expert says potential Fed rate cuts could spark ‘one of the biggest explosions' in US economy

Calamos Investments' John Koudounis says strong earnings and the prospect of lower interest rates could fuel a powerful next leg higher for the stock market.

22 hours ago - Fox Business

“Momentum Is Tough to Fight” as Big Tech Drives Markets Higher

Big Tech earnings continue to power markets to fresh all-time highs, with momentum proving difficult for investors to fade. Investopedia's Caleb Silver highlights broad strength beneath the surface, n...

22 hours ago - Schwab Network

The $700B Question: Is Big Tech's AI Bet Paying Off?

Strait Of Hormuz Stalemate, Berkshire & Consumer | Market Catalysts.

23 hours ago - Yahoo Finance

The Next Threat to Global Shipping Is Here. It's Not the Strait of Hormuz.

There has been a spate of attacks on ships near the Horn of Africa in recent weeks, raising fears of a resurgence in Somali piracy 15 years after the peak of a multiyear crisis that leveled a heavy co...

23 hours ago - Barrons

Think AI Spending Won't Stoke Inflation? This Time Could Be Different.

AI spending might add to the new inflation mix. That's big news for a market reliant on tech.

1 day ago - Barrons

Fund Fees Are Creeping Higher as Active-Management Booms

Investment managers are pushing costlier active ETFs with a record number of launches in 2025.

1 day ago - WSJ

How Long Can This Market Rally Last?

Markets are still pushing higher—but underneath the surface, things are getting more complicated. AI is driving the rally, oil prices are rising, and speculative trades are back.

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

Markets Hold Strong Despite Global Tensions, Tech Leads, & Volatility Ahead

Kevin Green examines markets opening the week strong despite the Strait of Hormuz tensions. Tech stocks lead the charge while investors weigh economic data, including factory orders and unemployment t...

1 day ago - Schwab Network

Oaktree's Panossian Warns of Building Credit Market Risks

"It's a little bit of a head-scratcher as to why the markets are as robust as they are," Armen Panossian, co-CEO and head of performing credit at Oaktree, says. Speaking with Bloomberg's Dani Burger a...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

US factory orders rise more than expected in March

New orders for U.S. factory goods rose more than expected in March, led by surging ​demand for electronics products amid the artificial intelligence ‌investment boom.

1 day ago - Reuters

Dow Jones and S&P500: US Stocks Turn Cautious as Crude Oil Volatility

WTI oil above $100 rattles US stocks as Dow slips and S&P500 turns cautious. Traders watch Iran headlines and jobs forecast for market direction.

1 day ago - FXEmpire

'Write-downs to zero': DiMartino Booth warns of approaching industrial recession amid historic Fed split

Jeremy Szafron joins Kitco News as an anchor and producer from Kitco's Vancouver bureau.  Jeremy is a seasoned journalist with a diverse background covering entertainment, current affairs and finance.

1 day ago - Kitco

Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones 30 and S&P 500 Forecasts – US Indices Stalled but Bullish Overall

With rates higher than usual, this is a major factor in all of the US indices.

1 day ago - FXEmpire

Dow falls 200 pts as Middle East tensions rattle markets, oil prices jump

Wall Street's main indexes opened mixed, putting a volatile start to the week on Monday, as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East offset optimism from a strong earnings backdrop and recent r...

1 day ago - Invezz

We are increasingly seeing a narrower breadth of growth, says EY Parthenon's Greg Daco

Gregory Daco, EY-Parthenon chief economist, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the state of the economy, impact of the Middle East conflict, impact of AI, the Fed's interest rate outlook, and more.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

‘Misplaced euphoria': Markets are sleepwalking into a recession amid Iran war oil price shock

Energy costs have soared since the Iran war started, and rising stock markets suggest investors are underplaying the effect of elevated costs. Market pros fear “a big recession”, as chemicals, food pr...

1 day ago - CNBC

Earnings Driving Rally as Stocks Shrug Off Geopolitics

Futures are little changed ahead of Monday's open after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 closed at fresh all-time highs last week. Kevin Green breaks down the market disconnect as rising Treasury yields, a ...

1 day ago - Schwab Network

5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens

Stock futures are slightly lower Monday while oil prices rise following reports that a U.S. ship was struck by missiles in the Strait of Hormuz; President Trump said over the weekend the U.S. would he...

1 day ago - Investopedia

Stocks still have tailwinds through May into July, says Fundstrat's Tom Lee

Tom Lee, Fundstrat CIO and head of research, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, impact of the Iran war, state of the AI boom, concerns over software, and more.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

Warsh's take on Fed independence is met with confusion and some concern

Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, has described the Fed's independence as being at its peak in certain areas, but much lower elsewhere. Several former Fed offi...

1 day ago - CNBC

Stock Market's Record Run Remains ‘Fragile.' Tensions in Iran Threaten the Rally.

With Big Tech earnings behind it, stock markets face the gnawing worry of a rise in global crude prices and tensions in the Middle East.

1 day ago - Barrons

The markets are in the early stages of pricing in stagflation, this Wall Street giant finds

Citi's team of quantitative analysts have studied the market and say, it's beginning to smell like stagflation.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Jobs, Earnings, and Iran War Will Weigh on Markets Ahead of Fed Change

Watch U.S. macro in Powell's likely last week as Fed Chair, and more news to start your day.

1 day ago - Barrons

U.S. Stock Futures Up, Oil Rises Amid Plan to Unblock Hormuz

U.S. stock futures edged higher as investors parse President Trump's plan to guide commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.

1 day ago - WSJ

US SEC review delays first prediction-market ETFs

More than two dozen exchange-traded funds tied to elections, recessions, tech layoffs and other real-world events are still awaiting U.S. regulatory clearance, as issuers race to package the booming ​...

1 day ago - Reuters

AI All That Matters Even as Yields Climb: 3-Minutes MLIV

Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade."

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Stock Market Today: Tech Rally Lifts Global Stocks

Oil prices tick up despite fresh U.S. effort to help ships cross Strait of Hormuz

1 day ago - WSJ

Fed's Barr Says Private Credit Stress Could Trigger Larger Credit Issues

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr is the latest official warning of private credit-related concerns. Stress in that market could lead to “psychological contagion” and thus set off a wider credit c...

1 day ago - PYMNTS

Bessent Warns of Threat of AI-Powered Bank Account Hacks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says American banks are working to safeguard against AI-related cyberthreats.

1 day ago - PYMNTS

Stock, Oil Futures Poised to Trade Ahead of Jobs Week

Uncertainty still grips markets as the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran enters its tenth week and the vital Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed.

1 day ago - Barrons

Prosecutors Could Restart Jerome Powell Investigation, Jeanine Pirro Suggests

When asked if she would commit to ending the investigation if the inspector general finds no evidence of wrongdoing, Pirro said “it depends on what he finds.” Pirro was previously a district attorney ...

1 day ago - Forbes

The market is riding high on an AI spending boom — but what could crack this rally?

Earnings have dazzled in Q1, but continued upward revisions to 2026 outlooks have been highly concentrated.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Pirro appears to drop plans to appeal criminal investigation of Fed Chair Powell

U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., Jeanine Pirro faces a Monday deadline to file the appeal she has long promised in her criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.

1 day ago - CNBC

Mag 7 Divide, AI Reality Check & Market Searching for New Leaders

A growing split in the S&P 500 (SPX) shows the Mag 7 driving gains while nearly half the index lags. Patrick Mueller breaks down the risks of market concentration, the shift from AI hype to earnings d...

2 days ago - Schwab Network

Stress in private credit could spark 'psychological contagion,' Fed's Barr tells Bloomberg News

U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said stress in ​private credit could spark "psychological contagion" leading to ‌a broader credit crunch, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday.

2 days ago - Reuters

The Fed As Inflation Fighter Is Rooted In Phillips Curve Mysticism

What the Federal Reserve does has nothing to do with inflation. The central bank is not the source of the hyperinflation that Mises disciples (this is a shame simply because Mises himself was brillian...

2 days ago - Forbes

Scaling AI Data Centers Through Optical Networking

As AI scales, copper is struggling to keep up with growing demand. The resulting shift to optical networking is creating a compelling market opportunity that is still in its early stages.

2 days ago - ETF Trends

Tech prices could rise as Iran conflict disrupts electronics supply chain

Supply chain disruptions linked to the Iran conflict are pushing up component costs, which could translate into higher prices and tighter inventory for electronics buyers.

2 days ago - Fox Business

Jerome Powell didn't want to remain on the Fed's board after his term as chair ended. He concluded he had no choice as President Trump's legal challenges threatened to change how the Fed operates.

The departing Fed chair didn't want to remain on the board. He concluded he had no choice as President Trump's legal challenges threatened to change how the Fed operates.

2 days ago - WSJ

Standoff in Strait Has Wall Street, Stephen Colbert Glued to Tiny Blinking Ships

Meet the Kpler data sleuths tracking Iran's oil tankers and turning maritime subterfuge into a booming business.

2 days ago - WSJ

JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon issued vague credit recession warning, but the bond market has more pressing issues

With Kevin Warsh expected to become the next Fed chair, markets will start to price in how new leadership could shift the path of rates, inflation policy, and future cuts. Many investors remain more f...

2 days ago - CNBC

Buffett: 'We've never had people in a more gambling mood than now'

Warren Buffett compared “markets to a church with a casino attached,” making a distinction between traditional value investing and current enthusiasm for short-term options trading along with increasi...

2 days ago - CNBC Television

‘CHOKEPOINT': Diesel prices SKYROCKET, squeeze small businesses nationwide

Spero Georgedakis, CEO and founder of Good Greek Moving and Storage, joins ‘Mornings with Maria' to discuss record diesel prices, how rising fuel costs are hitting truckers and moving companies and th...

2 days ago - Fox Business

AI won't be able to tell us which stocks to buy or sell, says Ajit Jain

Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel presides over the 2026 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting.

3 days ago - CNBC Television

Balancing AI Capex Spend with Higher Energy Costs

Jack Janasiewicz jumps on Morning Movers in the wake of several Mag 7 companies continued capex expansion for AI use. Jack says these massive spends from Alphabet (GOOGL), Amazon (AMZN), Meta Platform...

3 days ago - Schwab Network

Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Unchanged Amid Internal Disagreement

extent and timing of additional adjustments" is the phrase dividing the Federal Reserve. The Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday, marking Jerome Powell's final meeting a...

3 days ago - Yahoo Finance

Meet the unsinkable U.S. economy — oil prices are surging, Iran tensions are rising, but it won't crack

High tariffs, stubborn inflation, government shutdowns, war with Iran, rising oil prices — nothing in the turbulent past year has poked a hole in a seemingly unsinkable U.S. economy.

3 days ago - Market Watch

What Kevin Warsh Means for the Future of the Fed

The Federal Reserve held its latest policy meeting this week with inflation still elevated, the war in Iran still rattling energy markets, and a new Chair waiting to be confirmed by the Senate. Former...

3 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Is May 2026 a trap or an opportunity for investors?

Global markets are entering May 2026 under a cloud of uncertainty, with multiple macro and geopolitical triggers converging at once. From surging oil prices and the ongoing Middle East conflict to key...

3 days ago - Invezz

Fed officials shift debate from rate cuts as they begin discussing conditions that would warrant future interest rate hikes

Three regional bank presidents opposed signaling rate cuts—guidance outgoing Chair Jerome Powell offered little reason to keep.

3 days ago - WSJ