Federal Reserve news, events & figures

Job openings jump to 7.6 million, highest since May 2024

U.S. job openings rose to 7.6 million in April, beating forecasts, while hiring and quits declined in a mixed labor-market signal.

Core PCE inflation rose 3.3% in April, matching forecasts

Core PCE inflation rose 3.3% annually in April, while headline inflation hit 3.8%, keeping pressure on the Federal Reserve.

Fed’s preferred inflation gauge rises to nearly three-year high under Warsh

The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge rose to 3.8% in April, its highest level since May 2023, complicating Kevin Warsh’s start as central bank chief.

Forecasters see inflation surge worsening in coming months

Top forecasters sharply raised U.S. inflation estimates, complicating the Fed’s rate outlook as recent price data show renewed pressure.

Silver slides as inflation fears hit bonds, stocks and metals

Bonds, global stocks and precious metals fell Friday as renewed inflation concerns and geopolitical uncertainty drove broad selling across markets.

Bond market pushes for tighter Fed stance as Warsh takes over

Bond investors are signaling concern that the Fed is behind inflation as Kevin Warsh prepares to lead the central bank after hotter April price data.

US inflation hits 3.8% as Iran war drives energy costs

US inflation rose to 3.8% in April, its fastest pace since May 2023, as energy, food and housing costs climbed amid the war in Iran.

U.S. inflation rose 3.8% in April, highest since May 2023

U.S. consumer prices rose 3.8% annually in April, above expectations, as energy, food, shelter and travel costs added to inflation pressure.