Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari gave a speech at the Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute’s Research Conference hosted by the Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of Minneapolis on Thursday, in which he talked about the labor market and inflation.
Interest Rates
US Treasury Yields Slip as Traders Stay Firm on Fed Rate Cut Expectations
US Treasuries fell as investors maintained strong bets that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates soon, signaling confidence in easing policy ahead.
Gold Prices Fall as Traders Wait for US Inflation Report
Gold prices slipped slightly as investors wait for the latest US CPI data, while hopes of a Federal Reserve rate cut continue to shape market sentiment.
Trump Says No Plans to Fire Fed Chair Powell, But Keeps Pressure On
Hey there! If you’ve been following the news, you might’ve heard some buzz about President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. On July 16, 2025, Trump made headlines by saying he’s not planning to fire Powell. But, as you might guess with Trump, there’s more to the story. Let’s break it down in a way that’s easy to follow and feels like a chat with a friend.
Why Gold Prices Are Dropping and What to Watch Next
I’ve been keeping an eye on gold prices lately, and wow, they’ve taken a bit of a hit! As we head into the European tradingsession, gold (XAU/USD) is sitting well below $3,300, actually touching a one-week low this Wednesday. So, what’s causing this dip? Let’s break it down in simpleterms.