Watch live: Powell gives remarks as Fed holds interest rates steady
Published on April 29, 2026.
The Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell, is set to deliver remarks following the decision to maintain the current level of interest rates. This decision comes amid uncertainty over the Iran war and rising inflation. The Senate voted to advance Kevin Warsh's nomination as the next head of the Federal Reserve. The press conference will be held at 2:30 p.m.
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