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Trump, Interest Rates, and Beavers: The Surprising Links We Didn't See Coming!

Bank of Canada - Federal Reserve - inflation - interest rates - monetary policy - Trump administration

What’s behind interest rate freezes and unexpected political reactions in 2025? Join us as we explore Fed decisions, tariffs, and the bizarre beaver economy!

2025 has kicked off with a bang, and the world is holding its breath as the Federal Reserve prepares for a significant interest rate decision. With the first policy meeting of the second Trump administration looming, all eyes are on the Fed to see if they will remain steadfast or make surprising shifts in their monetary strategy. Speculations suggest that the Fed will keep interest rates steady, potentially sparking renewed dialogues from President Trump about proposed tariffs and their effects on inflation. Many are wondering how these decisions will ripple through the economy and whether Trump's reaction will be a calm discussion or a Twitter storm!

Across the border in Canada, the Bank of Canada is also in the spotlight as it plans to cut its interest rate for the sixth consecutive meeting. Tiff Macklem, the Bank of Canada Governor, appears under pressure amid reduced employment figures and potential trade conflicts with the US. With predictions of a quarter-point cut announced during their upcoming meeting, economists are eager to see how these changes will impact household spending and economic activity. It seems that both the US and Canada are navigating a slippery slope of economic decisions which could very well set the tone for financial relations in North America.

In an unexpected twist, as we ponder these profound economic decisions, let’s not forget the quirky connections we can draw! Just like how interest rates can impact consumer spending, the fascinating way beaver populations in North America impact the ecosystem is a reminder of nature’s subtle influences on the economy. Yes, you read that right! Beavers, with their dam-building skills, create wetland habitats that enhance water quality and can even generate green jobs. So, the next time interest rates are a hot topic, you might just recall the beaver economy and how interconnected our world truly is!

As the Federal Reserve's decision day inches closer, investors, traders, and even economists are bracing for a rollercoaster of economic impact. Whether we’re facing stable interest rates or a significant cut, it's all about the potential pathways and ramifications that lie ahead. Mark your calendars and stay tuned to see how these pivotal decisions from powerful institutions may influence everything from your mortgage rates, political discussions, to even the humble beaver’s dam-building duties! Now, isn’t that one wild ride?

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Federal Reserve interest rate decision: January 2025. What the ... (NBC News)

Federal Reserve officials are expected to leave interest rates steady when they emerge from their first policy meeting of the second Trump administration ...

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What will the Fed do with interest rates and how will Trump react? (Fox Business)

The Federal Reserve is set to announce its first interest rate decision of 2025 and with a pause expected, it could prompt President Trump to renew his ...

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Fed expected to hold interest rates steady, defying pressure from ... (ABC News)

After three interest rate cuts in a row, experts are expecting the Federal Reserve to hit pause at its meeting on Wednesday afternoon.

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Fed meeting news today: Powell & Co. to hold interest rates steady ... (Bankrate.com)

Since its inception in 1976, Bankrate has been the top source for information on interest rates and the Federal Reserve. Follow along to see what our expert ...

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US Fed set to hold interest rates steady (Semafor)

The Fed likely wants to understand how Trump's proposed tariffs will affect consumers' inflation expectations.

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US Fed Meeting LIVE: Powell-led FOMC to unveil first interest rate ... (Livemint)

US Fed Meeting LIVE: The US Federal Reserve has a dual mandate to act independently and keep inflation and employment in check, primarily by raising and ...

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The Fed sent stocks spiraling after its last meeting, and now the ... (Fortune)

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images. In December, after the Federal Reserve signaled a ...

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Fed meeting live updates: What to expect from Fed decision on ... (USA TODAY)

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to make no change to its benchmark federal funds rate at its January meeting, a decision to be announced today.

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The BoC reduces its interest rate by 25 bps (FXStreet)

The spotlight is on the Bank of Canada (BoC) this Wednesday, with widespread expectations that it will lower its policy rate for the sixth meeting in a row.

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Bank of Canada expected to cut key interest rate due to looming ... (Toronto Star)

Survey of economists expect Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem to announce a quarter point cut in interest rates Wednesday morning.

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Interest rates expected to drop by quarter-point today (National Observer)

The latest employment figures in Statistics Canada's December labour force survey showed the jobless rate dipped to 6.7 per cent. Canada's annual inflation rate ...

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Live updates: Bank of Canada expected to cut interest rates again ... (The Globe and Mail)

The latest rate decision will be announced today at 9:45 a.m. ET followed by a press conference by Governor Tiff Macklem and senior deputy governor Carolyn ...

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Fed set to pause interest rate cuts as markets seek clues on next ... (FXStreet)

The United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) will announce monetary policy decisions following the first policy meeting of the year on Wednesday.

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Bank of Canada cuts interest rate to 3% in January 2025: Employee ... (Samfiru Tumarkin LLP)

Insight on the Bank of Canada's January interest rate decision and how it could affect employment in the country.

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Bank of Canada cuts key rate 0.25% as easing cycle slows (Globalnews.ca)

Inflation slows ahead of Bank of Canada's 1st interest rate decision of 2025. December's inflation data offered a mixed bag to the Bank of Canada as it ...

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Press Conference Opening Statement to come at 9:45 (ET) (Bank of Canada)

Second, lower interest rates are boosting household spending, and economic activity is picking up. Third, the potential for a trade conflict triggered by new US ...

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Fed set to hit pause on interest rate cuts amid Trump's flurry of ... (CNNMoney)

Consumers and traders are waiting to learn if the Fed's expected pause today is a one-meeting hold or the start of a longer stretch.

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Bank of Canada makes its first interest rate decision of 2025 (Wealth Professional)

Announcement comes amid heightened trade tensions with the United States and falling inflation.

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Bank of Canada cuts key rate by 25 basis points to three per cent (Toronto Star)

The bank emphasized President Donald Trump's tariff threat in the decision to lower interest rates.

Bank of Canada reduces policy rate by 25 basis points to 3 ... (Bank of Canada)

The Bank of Canada today reduced its target for the overnight rate to 3%, with the Bank Rate at 3.25% and the deposit rate at 2.95%.1 The Bank is also ...

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Bank of Canada cuts interest rates, warns trade conflict will 'hurt' (Aljazeera.com)

Bank of Canada governor warned that a tariff war with the US would “badly hurt” economic activity in Canada.

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Fed Meeting: Live Updates on Interest Rates Decision (The New York Times)

After lowering interest rates by a full percentage point last year, officials at the central bank are weighing a solid economy and rising inflation risks.

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Higher Interest Rates Make Federal Debt More Expensive (The New York Times)

The Fed's key rate has a bearing on the sustainability of public borrowing, which is heading to striking levels.

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Fed holds interest rates steady amid uncertainty over Trump's impact ... (The Guardian)

President has made clear he wants rates to fall as benchmark interest rate now sits at a range of 4.25% to 4.5%

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The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as inflation remains ... (NPR)

The Fed held interest rates steady as it continues to combat inflation. President Trump wants to see lower rates, but some of his policies could fuel more ...

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Federal Reserve Pauses Interest Rate Cuts—First Meeting Without ... (Forbes)

The rate-setting Federal Reserve did not heed Trump's insistence last week demanding “interest rates drop immediately.”

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Fed pauses interest rate cuts. What happens next may depend on ... (Los Angeles Times)

President Trump nominated Jerome Powell to be the Fed chair in 2017 but frequently criticized him for not lowering interest rates in Trump's first term. (Alex ...

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Is the Fed interest rate pause good for mortgage rates? (CBS News)

The Fed's rate pause is likely to impact borrowing costs — but will it make mortgage loans more affordable?

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Federal Reserve: Fed holds rates steady, drops reference to inflation ... (The Australian Financial Review)

Washington | The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady and gave little insight into when further reductions in borrowing costs may take place in an ...

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Interest rates: US Federal Reserve takes a cautious interest rate ... (The Australian Financial Review)

If Michele Bullock holds the cash rate steady on February 18, it would represent the most counter-consensus decision since Glenn Stevens in April 2015.

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US central bank holds interest rates steady - Michael West (Michael West News)

The Federal Reserve has held interest rates steady and gave little insight into when further reductions in borrowing costs may take place in an economy ...

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The ball is in the RBA's court on interest rates — and Anthony ... (ABC News)

It's the start of the election year Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers were banking on and the reason why talk of an early poll, either late last year or at ...

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Donald Trump attacks Fed after no change in interest rates (BBC News)

The US central bank keeps its key interest rate unchanged as it faces significant economic uncertainty.

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Can you feel that inflation drop? I'm guessing no, not until interest ... (Crikey)

The new inflation numbers are a bombshell. But until the RBA cuts interest rates, the government won't see much love from the public.

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Aussie inflation is falling! Now when will the RBA finally cut interest ... (Motley Fool Australia)

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is enjoying another day of gains amid sliding inflation. So, when will the RBA start cutting interest rates?

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