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The Federal Reserve at a Crossroads: Balancing Growth Concerns and Inflation Risks

Amid mounting economic uncertainties in the United States, the latest meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee FOMC revealed a cautious stance by the Federal Reserve. With inflationary pressures persisting and signs of economic slowdown emerging, policymakers are walking a tightrope, weighing the risks of acting too soon against the dangers of inaction.

Gold Continues to Decline Globally Despite Fed Warnings on Inflation and Rising Unemployment

Gold prices continued to fall globally on Thursday, May 8, despite warnings the U.S. Federal Reserve about the growing risks of rising inflation.

Monetary and Fiscal Measures in China to Boost Economic Growth and Address External Challenges

U.S. Federal Reserve to Decide Interest Rates Today Amid Global Market Anticipation

Eurozone Economic Growth Slows in April Amid Weakness in Services Sector

Expected Interest Rate Cut in the UK to 4.25% Amid Continued Inflation Decline

Economic projections indicate that the Bank of England is likely to reduce its benchmark interest rate to 4.25% at its upcoming meeting. This anticipated move aims to ease borrowing costs and support domestic economic activity amid increasing external pressures, particularly those stemming recent U.S. trade tariffs.

Gold Hits Two-Week High Amid Trade Tensions and Safe-Haven Demand

Gold prices surged to their highest level in two weeks on Tuesday, driven by renewed demand for safe-haven assets amid growing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policy and ahead of a key interest rate decision by the Federal Reserve.

The Federal Reserve Likely to Resist Trump's Pressure to Cut Interest Rates

As U.S. President Donald Trump returns to office, the Federal Reserve faces mounting political pressure to reduce interest rates. However, all indicators suggest that the central bank will maintain its cautious approach, preserving its independence despite the increasingly tense political climate.

Bloomberg: IMF Mission to Visit Egypt This Week to Begin Fifth Review of Economic Reform Program

Gold Rises on Weaker Dollar and Anticipation of Federal Reserve Decision

“Trade Tensions and Import Surge Drive U.S. Economic Contraction in Early 2025”

For the first time in three years, the U.S. economy contracted in the first quarter of 2025, shrinking by 0.3% on an annualized basis, according to preliminary estimates released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis under the Department of Commerce.

Bank of Japan Holds Interest Rates at 0.5%

In a widely expected move, the Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged during its regular policy meeting on Thursday, while lowering its economic growth forecasts for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 amid rising uncertainty linked to U.S. tariffs and their potential impact on the global economy.