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• Everything you need to know about Kevin Warsh, Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve - Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, has emerged as Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve. Here’s his background, views and why it matters.
• Trump nominates Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve chair to succeed Jerome Powell - Federal ReserveTrump nominates Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve chair to succeed Jerome PowellPublished Fri, Jan 30 20266:52 AM ESTJeff Cox@jeff.cox.7528@JeffCox
• Gold jumps over 3% to fresh highs as Asia stock markets trade mixed after U.S. Fed holds rates - The bullion rose more than 3% on Thursday to breach the $5,500 per ounce mark for the first time.
• The Fed releases its latest interest rate decision Wednesday. Here's what to expect - This week's meeting offers little suspense and probably not much action, even as massive changes loom over the Fed's longer-term direction.
• Fed is likely to lower rates only two more times, even under Trump's next chair pick: CNBC Fed survey - Forecasters don't believe the next Fed chair installed by President Donald Trump will drive down overnight rates towards the low levels demanded by the president.
• European markets set to open broadly higher as geopolitics remains in focus - European stocks are expected to open broadly higher on Tuesday, with investors keeping an eye on geopolitical developments and data.
• Gold smashes new record of $4,600 as Powell probe and global flashpoints ignite safe-haven rush - Spot gold advanced higher to hit over $4,600 an ounce for the first time.
• Treasury Secretary Bessent says more Fed rate cuts are 'only ingredient missing' for stronger economy - Bessent on Thursday pressed the administration's desire for lower interest rates, saying they are the key to future economic growth.
• Euro zone inflation hits 2% in December, in line with forecasts - Euro zone inflation stood at 2% in December, flash data from Eurostat showed on Wednesday.
• European markets head for mixed open as Greenland fears grow - European stocks are expected to open in mixed territory Wednesday as regional market jitters grow over U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland.