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Trump continues attacks on Federal Reserve chair as he demands lower interest rates – live updates | Trump administration

Trump continues attacks on Federal Reserve chair as he demands lower interest rates – live updates | Trump administration

Trump continues attacks on Federal Reserve chair Donald Trump has continued his attacks on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell today, calling him a “stupid guy” and a “knucklehead”. He told reporters at the White House earlier: We have a bad Fed chairman, really bad … I tried being nice to the guy. It doesn’t help. He’s like a knucklehead. No, …

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Bank of England prepared to cut rates if job market slows, says governor

Bank of England prepared to cut rates if job market slows, says governor

The Bank of England is prepared to make larger interest rate cuts if the job market shows signs of slowing down, its governor has said. In an interview with the Times, Andrew Bailey said “I really do believe the path is downward” on interest rates. Interest rates currently stand at 4.25% and will be reviewed at the Bank’s next meeting …

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