The latest US jobs report for August 2025 reveals a significant slowdown in hiring and a rise in unemployment, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision.
Exclusive: Wells Fargo faces major setback as US regulators reject its resolution plan, triggering a 9% stock plunge and raising concerns over the bank's crisis management capabilities.
Donald Trump launches a blistering attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, accusing him of political bias and hinting at drastic action if re-elected. The former president also took aim at JD Vance and Hyundai in a wide-ranging economic tirade.
Exclusive analysis of the US August jobs report reveals a significant hiring slowdown, with the economy adding just 130,000 jobs. Rising trade tariffs are cited as a key factor creating uncertainty and stifling growth.
The crucial US August employment report faces an unexpected delay due to technical difficulties at the Bureau of Labor Statistics, creating uncertainty for markets and policymakers.
Former US President Donald Trump's suggestion of imposing tariffs on all imports sent shockwaves through Wall Street, raising alarms among investors and analysts about potential market turmoil and a new era of global trade wars.
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is under investigation by the House Judiciary Committee over allegations of improper mortgage approvals during the pandemic. Discover the details of the claims and the Fed's response.
A radical proposal from Donald Trump's allies seeks to strip the Federal Reserve of its independence, allowing the White House to demote Chair Jerome Powell and influence interest rates, a move that could shake global markets.
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey expresses grave concerns about Donald Trump's potential influence on the US Federal Reserve's independence, warning of significant global economic implications.
Former President Donald Trump's radical economic proposals, including universal tariffs and mass deportations, are raising alarm among economists and business leaders who warn of severe inflationary pressure and market instability.
As Donald Trump threatens to undermine Federal Reserve independence, The Guardian examines why accountability, not just autonomy, is crucial for economic stability. A deep dive into the looming constitutional crisis.
Exclusive: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial CDC overhaul and Trump's unexpected Fed nomination spark intense debate and market jitters. Full analysis of the political upheaval.
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.
Former PM Liz Truss has endorsed Donald Trump's criticism of the US Federal Reserve, warning that central banks globally face a 'reckoning' for their monetary policies and political overreach.
Exclusive: Donald Trump issues stark warning about Nvidia's dominance and Federal Reserve policies, predicting potential economic turmoil in private meeting with top donors.
Former President Donald Trump signals a potential change at the Federal Reserve, suggesting he already has a candidate in mind to replace Governor Lisa Cook, whose term expires in early 2026.
US Federal Reserve nominee Lisa Cook endured a fiery Senate confirmation hearing, with Republican senators launching aggressive attacks and one even levelling the accusation of 'crook' against her and other Biden nominees.
An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman initiates landmark legal action against the Trump administration, challenging the President's authority to demote her in a dramatic escalation of tensions between US financial regulators and the White House.
MSNBC parts ways with legal analyst Norm Eisen following a severe backlash over his crude on-air comments comparing Donald Trump's rhetoric to 'defecation' on US institutions. The move highlights the network's stance on inflammatory language.
Former President Donald Trump escalates his attack on Federal Reserve autonomy, announcing the dismissal of Governor Lisa Cook and signalling a radical shift in US economic policy should he win the November election.
In a bold intervention, former President Donald Trump has pledged to prevent the reappointment of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook if he wins the November election, signalling a potential shake-up for US economic policy.
President Trump's shock dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook triggers global market selloff, dollar collapse, and fears of constitutional crisis. Live updates on economic fallout.
In a move that sent shockwaves through global markets, former President Donald Trump has claimed he fired Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The explosive allegation, made on his Truth Social platform, threatens to upend the sacred independence of the w
In a dramatic escalation of his battle with the US central bank, President Trump has fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The shocking move, citing a 'failure to align with national economic interests,' sends the strongest signal yet of Trump's inten
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell tempers 2024 rate cut expectations, triggering a Wall Street sell-off. The tech-heavy Nasdaq plummets, led by a sharp decline in AI giant Nvidia, while the political sphere reacts to Donald Trump's primary victories.
Former President Donald Trump has issued a thinly-veiled threat to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, suggesting he would not be reappointed if Trump wins the 2024 election, citing his own expertise in selecting 'good chairmen'.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Trump's unprecedented public pressure on the Federal Reserve threatens its independence, as markets anticipate aggressive rate cuts amid political tensions.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signals prolonged elevated interest rates at Jackson Hole symposium, sending shockwaves through global markets as inflation battle continues.