Federal Reserve faces 2026 upheaval as inflation, jobs shift and Powell exits

The Federal Reserve heads into 2026 swirling in a messy mix of economic pressures and political uncertainties.

Jerome Powell Worried About New ‘K-Shaped’ Economy

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell has expressed concern over the so-called "K-shaped" economy the U.S. is experiencing.

Powell says he wants to 'turn this job over' with economy in 'really good shape' before departure

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell wants to leave office with inflation at 2% and strong job market when his term ends in May 2026, avoiding legacy talk.

Race to Replace Powell at Fed Adds to Cacophony Around Rate Decision

The end of Jerome Powell’s term as Fed chair will give President Trump his biggest opportunity yet to reshape the central ...

Powell’s Vote-Gathering Challenge Shows Test for Next Fed Chair

The Federal Reserve is expected to deliver a third consecutive interest-rate cut this week, but Chair Jerome Powell’s ...

Fed faces turbulent 2026 as Powell's term ends, independence tested

The final U.S. Federal Reserve meeting of the year this week precedes a turbulent 2026 that will see key policymaker changes, ...

Fed's Powell Says Rate Policy Well Positioned, Future of Policy Not on Pre-Set Course

U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell walks as he attends to hold a press conference following a two-day meeting of the ...

Jonathan Powell gives UNC basketball something Tar Heels lacked in win vs USC Upstate

Jonathan Powell brought the passion and points in a career-best effort for UNC basketball in a game that saw Hubert Davis get ...