Fed Caught in the Crosshairs? Political Pressure versus Economic Prudence

The Federal Reserve’s July 2025 decision to hold interest rates at 4.25%-4.50% reflects a complex policy posture: growth is rebounding, inflation remains elevated, and political scrutiny is intensifying. Despite a robust 3.0% annualised pace of GDP expansion in Q2, the Fed’s cautious stance is evident in the underlying indicators – sluggish domestic demand, softening labour […]