Federal reserve

Why the inverted yield curve makes investors worry about a recession

By Gretchen Frazee

The yield curve measures the difference between short-term and long-term interest interest rates on government bonds.

Trump nominates economic analyst Stephen Moore to Federal Reserve

By Catherine Lucey, Martin Crutsinger, Josh Boak, Associated Press

Moore served as an economic adviser to Trump during the 2016 presidential campaign, helping to draft his tax cut plan.

Who benefits from the Fed's decision not to raise interest rates

By Stan Choe, Associated Press

Borrowers, homeowners and investors could all benefit from the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates steady for the foreseeable future.

WATCH: Federal Reserve foresees no interest rate hikes in 2019

The Fed is all but sure to keep its key short-term rate — which can influence mortgages and credit cards — below 2.5 percent.

Federal Reserve says it will be 'patient' on interest rate hikes

By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press

The Fed's semi-annual report to Congress on monetary policy cites a range of risks to the economy that have developed over the last six months, as well as continued muted inflation as reasons to slow further hikes.

Fed chairman doesn't see signs of economic downturn, yet 'poverty remains a challenge'

By Jeff Amy, Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press

In a visit to a historically black university in the Mississippi Delta, Jerome Powell said that many rural areas have not benefited from the national prosperity. He said those areas need special support.

Trump enjoys solid economy ahead of State of the Union, but threats remain

By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press

Despite strong hiring, concerns about headwinds facing the U.S. economy this year have not dissipated.

Trump, Federal Reserve Chair Powell meet over dinner

By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press

The dinner marks the first time Trump and Powell have met since Trump picked him for the top Fed job in November 2017.

News Wrap: After threat assessment, Trump criticizes 'naive' intelligence officials

In our news wrap Wednesday, the Federal Reserve kept a key interest rate unchanged and pledged to be patient about ordering future rate hikes. Chair Jerome Powell insisted the cautious response reflects changing economic conditions, not fear of political criticism.

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How the Fed's balance sheet works and why investors care

By Gretchen Frazee

Investors are increasingly turning their attention to the Federal Reserve's balance sheet and whether it could help keep the economy on track or prematurely plunge the nation into another recession. Here's what you need to know.