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Trump says Harvard is abusing its tax-exempt status

Trump accuses Harvard of misusing tax-exempt status, intensifying his conflict with the university, calling it a disgrace.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 21:00 PM

Trading Day: ECB acts, Trump attacks

Trump escalates his feud with Powell amid ECB's dovish actions. Markets react cautiously with concerns over Fed independence as economic uncertainties loom.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 20:32 PM

Egypt cuts interest rates 225 basis points, says more cuts likely

Egypt's central bank cuts interest rates for the first time in over five years due to declining inflation and signs of economic growth, adjusting key rates significantly.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 19:26 PM

Trump has discussed firing Fed’s Powell with Warsh, eyed as possible successor, WSJ says

Trump has considered firing Fed Chair Powell, discussing it privately with Kevin Warsh, who advises against it; Powell's term lasts until May 2026 and firing could face legal challenges.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 19:07 PM

Trump says Fed’s Powell will leave if he asks him; Powell has said he won’t

Trump believes Powell will resign if asked, but Powell intends to serve until 2026 despite Trump's dissatisfaction with his performance.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 18:23 PM

Analysis-Markets see door wide open for more ECB rate cuts on tariff hit

The ECB has signaled further interest rate cuts due to economic pressures from trade tensions, with traders now anticipating more cuts than previously expected by year-end.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 16:26 PM

IMF’s Georgieva says both US, China have trade grievances

IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva emphasizes the importance of reducing trade uncertainty between the U.S. and China for a fair rules-based trading system, addressing their mutual grievances.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 15:20 PM

IMF expects ’notable markdowns’ in growth forecasts, but no global recession

IMF's Georgieva warns of lower forecasts due to trade tensions, yet no recession expected. Urges nations to cooperate for a resilient global economy amid uncertainty.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 14:04 PM

PIMCO bearish on dollar, long-term Treasuries as US safe-haven status wavers

PIMCO suggests reducing U.S. dollar and Treasury bond holdings due to protectionism, favoring foreign bonds as market dynamics shift under Trump's trade policies.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 13:57 PM

Trump says Powell termination can’t come fast enough

Trump criticizes Fed Chair Jerome Powell, demanding interest rate cuts. Concerns arise over potential attempts to fire him, impacting market confidence and monetary policy.

investing.com • 17/04/2025 - 13:48 PM

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