Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated that strong U.S. economic growth will allow policymakers to be patient in determining the extent and pace of interest rate cuts, emphasizing the need for careful decision-making. Powell highlighted the current strength of the economy, describing it as the best among major economies worldwide, despite some challenges like storm damage and labor strikes affecting October job growth. He mentioned that the labor market remains robust, with the unemployment rate stabilizing at low levels, indicating a positive outlook for future economic conditions.
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IMF lifts 2025 growth forecast on ‘fragile’ easing in trade tensions
The IMF has raised its global growth forecast for 2025 to 3.0%, citing increased trade activity amid reduced tariff tensions from the Trump administration, though cautions about a potential slowdown in the latter half of the year. Additionally, US growth for 2025 was slightly revised up to 1.9%, while China's growth was adjusted to 4.8%, reflecting stronger-than-expected performance despite ongoing domestic challenges. Want More Context? 🔎
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