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Jerome Powell: The Federal Reserve Must Enhance Supervision and Regulation

According to Allison Morrow from CNN, the following text has been modified in free English: As per a report from CNN's Allison Morrow

Following the failure of two banks and almost two weeks of disarray in the banking industry, the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, has stated that it's evident that there is a requirement for us to enhance the monitoring and control processes in the financial sector. He added that the central bank has initiated an internal assessment to address this matter.

Powell stated that the managers of Silicon Valley Bank did not perform well. They were aware of the potential dangers, and despite this knowledge, they failed to take action. Powell wants to determine the reasons for the mishap.

However, Powell mentioned that the Fed will refrain from making hasty judgments. He stated that it would not be suitable for him to give his thoughts on what the resolutions could be at this point.

The banking crisis is aiding the Fed in carrying out its responsibilities

The blog section was written by David Goldman of CNN.

What occurred to the Federal Reserve maintaining their decision to combat inflation under any circumstances? It appears that the challenges within the financial industry may be resolving the problem for them by eliminating the necessity for further interest rate increases. Fed Chair Jerome Powell conveyed this information on Wednesday.

This is due to the possibility of banks halting the practice of lending money to certain borrowers, which could restrict some business' ability to secure loans and cause a decrease in mortgage issuance. This could impede economic growth and even result in layoffs, as well as a decrease in the housing market's growth velocity.

To combat inflation, The Fed has been focused on slowing down the economy. This means that raising interest rates might no longer be needed to curb the rise of prices. However, there is no guarantee that this approach will work. Powell emphasized that The Fed is paying close attention to the situation.

Powell expressed the possibility that the economy might not be affected greatly by these events. In such a situation, inflation would likely remain high and consequently, the situation may take a different course. Conversely, the potential tightening of credit conditions could result in significant tightening overall over time. In such a scenario, monetary policy may not need to intervene as much as before. However, at this point, there is much uncertainty and the ultimate outcome remains unknown.

The Possibility of Rate Hikes Coming to an End is Near

CNN's Allison Morrow reported on this matter.

The Federal Reserve has made it clear that they will be putting a stop to their strategy of increasing interest rates quite soon. They're pointing to the strong state of the economy and a decrease in inflation as reasons for this decision.

Powell stated that they have changed their stance and no longer expect rate increases to be enough to control inflation. Instead, they now see a need for more policy measures to be taken in order to address the issue.

Powell acknowledged that the Fed has changed its position, with a focus on the use of words like "some" and "may" instead of the previously used "will." This means that there is no guarantee of additional rate increases.

Jamie Cox, the managing partner of Harris Financial Group, predicts that the rate hiking cycle is approaching its end. The Federal Reserve is trying to balance the need to control inflation without causing too much damage to the economy through sudden and strong rate hikes. Even the Federal Reserve recognizes that there is a very real danger in pursuing such blunt force tactics.

Powell Affirms the Stability and Resilience of Our Banking System

CNN's Allison Morrow reported the following:

Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, attempted to provide comfort to the global community by stating that for the most part, the banks in the United States are in good health.

During a press conference on Wednesday, he stated that our banking system is sturdy and durable. We have sufficient capital and liquidity. We will stay vigilant and attentive to the banking system's circumstances and will employ all our resources if a need arises to maintain its protection and stability.

The Federal Reserve has decided to increase interest rates by 0.25%, indicating their dedication to combating inflation despite the shortcomings of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. This has resulted in a decrease in the value of bank stocks and has also created uncertainty for other banks of comparable size.

Jerome Powell: We'll Take Note of the Lessons Learned from the Banking Crisis.

According to David Goldman of CNN, the following information has been shared.

During a press conference held on Wednesday, the Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell, stated that the organization is dedicated to upholding trust in the banking industry.

Over the last 14 days, there have been significant challenges at some minor banks, as stated by him. He added that past experiences have indicated that unresolved banking problems could harm the confidence in other healthy banks and endanger the ability of the entire banking system to fulfill its crucial responsibility in assisting households and businesses with their credit and savings requirements.

According to Powell, the reason US regulators extended emergency lending to banks and improved the flow of dollars globally is because of the threat that was looming. He acknowledged that certain banks have unique funding requirements as customers are withdrawing deposits, and the Fed's initiatives have helped them obtain the crucial cash needed to remain in business. The objective was to reestablish trust and faith in the banking sector, which these moves have done efficiently.

Powell stated that these measures prove that the funds of all individuals who have deposited money in the banking system are secure. He further affirmed that our financial structure is robust and can withstand any challenges. Additionally, Powell emphasized that the authorities are determined to understand the implications of the situation and take preventative measures to avoid similar incidents in the future.

All members of the Federal Reserve Board agree on policy decision.

On Wednesday, the policymakers came to the unanimous decision to increase rates for the ninth time in a row. Since June of last year, there hasn't been a single policymaker who has opposed any of the decisions made.

Officials from the Federal Reserve increased the rates for lending overnight to a range of 4.75% to 5%, reaching the highest level they've been at since September 2007. This decision demonstrates their commitment to prioritizing restoring price stability.

It was a historic moment as the committee made their inaugural vote for the newest team member, Austan Goolsbee, who represents the Federal Reserve of Chicago.

US stocks fluctuate as Powell steps up to the podium

According to Krystal Hur, a reporter from CNN, there is a shortage of protective gear for health care workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. This shortage includes basic items like masks and gloves, as well as more specialized equipment like respirators. Hur reports that hospitals across the country are struggling to obtain enough of these supplies to adequately protect staff and patients. The situation has become so dire that some health care workers have resorted to using garbage bags and other makeshift equipment as a substitute for proper protective gear. This shortage is not only dangerous for health care workers but also increases the risk of spreading COVID-19 to others. It is imperative that adequate measures are taken to ensure that health care workers have the necessary protective gear to continue to care for those impacted by the pandemic.

On Wednesday afternoon, the stock market was unstable as Jerome Powell, the chair of the Federal Reserve, spoke at a conference following the bank's meeting.

There was a slight increase of around 0.05% in the Dow, a rise of 0.15% in the S&P 500, and an increase of 0.36% for the Nasdaq Composite.

The drop in 2-year Treasury yields continued, following an increase in the previous days.

The increase in interest rates by the central bank met the forecasts of traders. At first, stock prices went up because of this announcement, but they then became uncertain when Powell confirmed that the Fed remained committed to reaching price stability.

The main financial authority has reevaluated its predictions for the future of the US economy. They anticipate a rise of 0.4% this year and a growth in unemployment, which is currently at 3.6%, to 4.5%.

This may pose a challenge for the Federal Reserve's objective to combat rising prices while simultaneously maintaining low levels of joblessness.

Goldman Sachs Predicts Significant Uncertainty Following Fed's Interest Rate Increase

David Goldman, a journalist from CNN, wrote this blog post.

Goldman Sachs had predicted that the Fed wouldn't increase rates today. Unfortunately, this forecast turned out to be incorrect. Despite this, the bank anticipates that maintaining the well-being of both the economy and banking industry will become more challenging for the Fed going forward.

Ashish Shah, who is the Chief Investment Officer for Goldman Sachs's public investing business, has expressed his belief that there is still a lot of uncertainty in the economy's future despite the Federal Reserve's recent rate hike. Shah also added that the updated economic projections that have been released may not be entirely significant in such an unpredictable environment.

According to Shah, Goldman predicts that the Federal Reserve will need to factor in both the banking industry and economic data while making choices regarding interest rates and other policies.

Shah expressed worry about the impact capital limitations could have on the economy. While Goldman Sachs foresees additional interest rate reductions, they forecast the Federal Reserve to temporarily halt the action. The Federal Reserve, who recently forecasted interest rates to remain level at around 5% until year-end, shares a similar view.

Shah stated that it's not easy to determine the exact locations or times when additional weaknesses might arise. However, he believes that the regions that profited greatly from low inflation and rates may face the most significant risks.

Federal Reserve Anticipates Increased Joblessness and Reduced Economic Growth in the Present Year

David Goldman and Alicia Wallace, reporters from CNN, wrote a blog post.

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve revealed its economic forecasts. Despite being similar to the previous predictions from December, the Fed appears to have become more negative about the economy, yet a tad more positive about the job market in 2023.

The Federal Reserve has released their most recent prediction regarding the growth of the economy in the United States. They anticipate that there will be a weak increase of only 0.4% this year, which is slightly lower than the already small 0.5% forecasted in December.

Nonetheless, the Federal Reserve anticipates that unemployment will increase to 4.5%, a rise from the current rate of 3.6%. This prediction is somewhat more positive compared to the 4.6% unemployment rate that the Federal Reserve had projected in December.

If the labor force stays as is, the Fed estimates that approximately 1.5 million individuals will become jobless by the end of the year.

According to the Fed, inflation is expected to decrease this year, but not to the extent that was previously anticipated. The Personal Consumption Expenditures index, which is the central bank's preferred measure of inflation, is projected to expand by 3.3% in 2021. This is slightly higher than the earlier estimate of 3.1%.

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