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America's economy: Doom this Christmas: Trump's plan

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addressed the labor market slowdown, noting a rise in unemployment to 4.4% and a significant slowdown in job gains. Despite these signs, Powell rejected fears of a sharp labor market downturn, citing current interest rate policies as supportive. The Fed cut rates by 25 basis points, with projections showing unemployment at 4.5% by 2025. Two policymakers dissented, preferring to hold rates steady amid economic uncertainty. The BLS will release the November jobs report, projecting 40,000 new jobs.

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Powell acknowledges labor market slowdown but rejects fears of steep decline

Trump’s tariffs have triggered farm bailouts, rising consumer costs, and deeper national debt. An examination of how trade wars, agribusiness subsidies, and failed manufacturing promises are hurting the U.S. economy.

Trump tariffs, farm bailouts, and the cost of trade wars

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Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve chairman, is currently holding a press conference, providing live updates on the post-Fed meeting. While the Federal Reserve has hinted at the possibility of more cuts in interest rates, Powell has cautioned against being overly confident in this decision. Stay tuned for more details as they unfold.

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Fed indicates possibility of more rate cuts, but Powell encourages caution. Stay tuned for live updates.

The Bear Traps Report founder Larry McDonald analyzes the Fed's rate cuts and quantitative easing, highlighting strong GDP and warns of an A.I. bubble driven by dominant tech companies on ‘Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street.’

Fed policy and the 'AI power trade' for 2026

The Federal Reserve is printing money again, implementing a new QE program to buy $40 billion in short-term Treasuries monthly. This move comes as the U.S. adds $1 trillion in debt every 100 days, with the Fed choosing to induce inflation rather than risk a bond market crisis. The Fed has cut rates six times, reducing them from 5.5% to 3.75%, highlighting the challenges of normalizing monetary policy.

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The Fed Is Doing This… Whether We Like It Or Not

The U.S. Federal Reserve has indicated that it is likely to implement lower interest rates in 2026, which prompts traders to prepare and adjust their strategies accordingly. This announcement suggests a shift in monetary policy, and traders should carefully consider the potential implications for the financial markets, as well as how this anticipated change could affect investment decisions, asset valuations, and overall market sentiment in the coming years. Understanding these signals may provide valuable insights for navigating the economic landscape as the timeline approaches. source:

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U.S. Fed Signals Lower Rates Ahead in 2026 — What Traders Need to Expect

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The FTSE 100 fell 0.6% on Friday due to weak UK economic growth data and US tech sector weakness. The UK economy shrank by 0.1% in October, missing expectations. Analysts suggest budget uncertainty and deteriorating fundamentals are to blame. The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates next week. US tech stocks, including Broadcom and Oracle, also declined. The pound fell against the dollar. European markets closed lower, and US Treasury yields rose following comments from Fed officials against further rate cuts.

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FTSE 100 drops on weak growth data, US tech falls

By end of 2025, the U.S. economy shows strong growth with low inflation. The Fed cut rates thrice, boosting stock markets. GDPNow forecasts 3.6% growth in Q3 2025. Wall Street expects more growth in 2026, but warns of risks from extreme optimism. Benzinga suggests contrarian bets, including a potential recession.