Bond traders take a turn in the spotlight
The Federal Reserve, under Chairman Kevin Warsh, raised interest rates by 0.25% amid rising inflation, a stronger economy, and worsening geopolitical tensions, while refusing to offer forward guidance—leaving markets to interpret the move on their own. This decision reverberated across fi
Sign up to read the full summary
Free AI-powered recaps of every episode, delivered to your inbox.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Guest
Samantha Leal
narrative on Marketplace
Mentions
Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.
People
Topics
Listen to This Episode
More from Marketplace
Sec. Bessent's big plan to finance the national debt
A cast of hawkish central bankers
The case for healthcare price caps
When the going gets tough, just keep spending
High inflation or ... high inflation?
Inflation trumps wage gains
Related episodes
From other shows on similar topics.
How the Bond Market Will Affect Your Wallet
The Journal.
Economist Justin Wolfers on the Trump Treasury Emergency Scheme
The MeidasTouch Podcast
Disney Goes to War Against the FCC & People Can “Rent Now, Pay Later”
Morning Brew Daily
What's Behind the Big Surge in US Government Bond Yields
Odd Lots
The Economy Is Stronger Than You Think—And Worse Than You Think
Morning Wire
Tracy Alloway and Will Sommer: A Cabinetful of Clueless Grifters
The Bulwark Daily
Get summaries like this every morning.
Free AI-powered recaps of Marketplace and your other favorite podcasts, delivered to your inbox.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.