Divided Congress threatens Fed independence more than Trump

An analysis argues that political gridlock in Congress presents a larger risk to the Federal Reserve's independence than actions by President Donald Trump. While Trump has voiced criticisms of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, he has not attempted to remove him or directly interfere with monetary policy. The real danger lies in congressional battles over fiscal policy that could pressure the central bank.

US August Jobs Report Shows Slowdown

12. september 2025 Rapportert av AI

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics released the August 2025 jobs report on September 5, revealing that employers added only 22,000 jobs, below expectations, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%. This data signaled a stalling labor market, boosting expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Markets reacted with stocks slipping after initial highs and Treasury yields hitting five-month lows.

US shutdown and weak jobs data spur record crypto inflows

Investment in digital assets reached a record $5.95 billion last week amid a US government shutdown and disappointing employment figures. This surge pushed total assets under management to $245 billion. Investors turned to cryptocurrencies as a hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty.

US August CPI Rises 2.9 Percent

12. september 2025 Rapportert av AI

The US Consumer Price Index for August 2025 increased by 2.9% year-over-year, as reported on September 11, exceeding forecasts of 2.7% and indicating persistent inflation. This data bolstered expectations for Federal Reserve rate adjustments while easing some economic concerns.