Treasury rates are low due to belief in ‘new normal’ theory, says Trump’s top economist
Kevin Hassett, the White House chief economist, said Wednesday that long-term bond yields are low due to mistaken belief in the ‘new normal’ view of the U.S. economy......»»
Mnuchin says Trump respects the independence of the Fed
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says President Donald Trump respects the independence of the Federal Reserve and his recent comments were simply a reflection of the fact that he favors low interest rates......»»
The Wall Street Journal: Trump blames Mnuchin for Powell’s Fed interest rate policy
The Wall Street Journal reports President Trump is unhappy with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, because his Federal Reserve chairman pick has been raising interest rates, a move Trump worries will jeopardize his 2020 chances.....»»
Market Snapshot: Stocks edge higher following Fed minutes as focus shifts to Trump-Xi summit
U.S. stocks turn higher as the transcript of the Federal Reserve’s November meeting contains few surprises other than to reiterate the widespread belief that the central bank is prepared to raise interest rates soon......»»
Treasury suggests review of postal rates – but not just for Amazon - Washington Post
Washington PostTreasury suggests review of postal rates – but not just for AmazonWashington PostA task force commissioned by President Trump to evaluate the Postal Service's business model is recommending a slew of opti.....»»
Trump: "Imagine If I Had Long Term ZERO Interest Rates To Play With"
US stocks have climbed more than 8% since Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin rang up.....»»
Trump Nominates Former Bear Stearns Chief Economist To Lead World Bank
In a report that elicited chuckles from some corners of Wall Street, the Washington Post reported late Monday that President Trump planned to nominate Treasury Undersecretary .....»»
Trump closed his eyes during Hope Hicks’ testimony. Ex-’Apprentice’ contestant has theory why
Trump closed his eyes during Hope Hicks’ testimony. Ex-’Apprentice’ contestant has theory why.....»»
Hear the tapes: DA"s theory of Trump as the hush-money mastermind takes a hit in newly-released defense recordings
Hear the tapes: DA"s theory of Trump as the hush-money mastermind takes a hit in newly-released defense recordings.....»»
Buying a first home is "prohibitively expensive" and "almost impossible" for many, says Janet Yellen
Soaring home prices and surging mortgage rates have ruled out home ownership for many people, said Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.REUTERS/Jason ReedJanet Yellen told Congress that buying a start.....»»
Peter Schiff Highlights Pandemic Darling Stock"s 98.5% Decline To Make A Point About Mispriced Gold Mining Stocks: "Same Situation Exists Today"
Renowned economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff used the drastic plunge in Peloton Interactive Inc (NASDAQ:PTON) stock to illustrate his theory on the mispricing of gold mining stocks. read more.....»»
Markets will rebel if Trump or any president tries to control the Fed, Harvard economist says
"If you take away Fed independence, investors .....»»
Elon Musk Debunks Tucker Carlson"s Alien Theory, SCOTUS On Trump"s Immunity, North Korea"s Military Pledge And More: This Week In Politics
The week was filled with intriguing stories, from Elon Musk's dismissal of alien theories to the U.S. Supreme Court's deliberation on former President Donald Trump's immunity claims. read more.....»»
Markets could tank if the Fed doesn"t cut rates soon, and failure to do so could lead to a hard landing in 2025, chief economist says
Torsten Slok cautioned that the market could return to the environment that characterized 2022, when stocks plummeted into a brutal bear market. Federal Reserve Chairman Jer.....»»
What Trump is signaling with his possible Treasury and Fed picks
What Trump is signaling with his possible Treasury and Fed picks.....»»
Bond Report: 10-, 30-year Treasury rates hit roughly 2-week low to start May’s last trading week
Long-dated U.S. government bond yields on Monday slip for a third straight session and hit the lowest levels in about two weeks, kicking off the final week of trade for May......»»
Trump"s 1776 Commission To Reassemble, Tackle Critical Race Theory In History Education
Trump's 1776 Commission To Reassemble, Tackle Critical Race Theory In History Education Authored by GQ Pan via The Epoch Times, Members of the 1776 Commission, which President Joe Biden disbanded on his first day in Whit.....»»
Bond Report: 10-, 30-year Treasury see largest 1-day yield drop in 6 weeks
Long-dated U.S. government bond yields retreat Thursday, supported by buying that has driven rates lower and prices higher, with strategists pointing to bargain hunting by fixed-income investors in a market viewed as slightly oversold in recent days......»»
Arizona recount auditors have found the files of voting data Trump claimed were destroyed as part of a plot to deprive him of victory
Trump had seized on reports of missing files to push his election-fraud conspiracy theory. The GOP-commissioned recount has been heavily criticized. A composite image of former Pr.....»»
Fox News says it was covering "both sides" of Trump"s election-fraud conspiracy theory in its motion to dismiss Dominion"s defamation lawsuit
Dominion Voting Systems said Fox News pushed debunked theories that the company flipped the 2020 election. Fox News headquarters in New York. Spencer Platt/Getty Images Fox News has filed a motion to dismiss Domin.....»»
Bond Report: 10-, 30-year Treasury yields inch up Tuesday as U.S. stocks slide
Long-dated U.S. Treasury rates edge higher Tuesday, with appetite for bonds cooling even amid a round of weaker-than-expected housing data, which undercut the positive tone in equities......»»