Fed Chair Powell Says He Will Stay In Office Until May 2026; Declines To Say If He Would Stay On If Asked; Enjoys His Job And Is Very Happy Doing It
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has confirmed that he will remain in office until May 2026. He did not comment on whether he would stay on if asked to continue beyond that date. Powell expressed his enjoyment and satisfaction with his current role.
July 15, 2024 | 5:02 pm
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's confirmation to stay in office until May 2026 provides stability and continuity in monetary policy, which is likely to be viewed positively by investors.
Powell's continued tenure ensures a consistent approach to monetary policy, which reduces uncertainty and is generally favorable for the stock market. This stability is likely to be viewed positively by investors, potentially leading to a short-term uptick in SPY.
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