Washington, United States, April 29, 2026 (AFP) - US Fed chief's plans in focus as central bank set to hold rates steady

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2026-04-29

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected Wednesday to keep interest rates unchanged for a third straight meeting, likely the last one with chairman Jerome Powell at its helm. Powell, who has been a frequent target of President Donald Trump, is set to hold a press briefing at 2:30 pm (1830 GMT) and all eyes will now be on his future plans. The Fed said officials reconvened at 9:00 am for the second day of their policy gathering, where they are ex......

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