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Jerome Powell says the 'net effect' of the Trump administration's policies on trade, immigration, fiscal policy, and regulation will determine interest rates in the future


Published on 2025-03-08 07:40:47 - Fortune
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  • The Fed chair reassured an audience at the University of Chicago the economy was in a "good place" despite "elevated uncertainty."

Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve Chairman, indicated that the future trajectory of interest rates could be significantly influenced by the Trump administration's policies on trade, immigration, fiscal policy, and regulation. Speaking at an event, Powell highlighted that these policy areas could have a net effect on economic growth, inflation, and thus, monetary policy decisions. He noted that while some policies might boost economic activity, others could have the opposite effect, creating a complex interplay that the Fed would need to navigate. Powell emphasized the importance of understanding these dynamics to make informed decisions on interest rates, suggesting that the Fed would closely monitor these policy outcomes to adjust monetary policy accordingly.

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