{"id":241,"date":"2026-04-22T07:02:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T07:02:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/investingora.com\/?p=241"},"modified":"2026-04-22T07:02:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T07:02:35","slug":"trump-says-it-would-hurt-him-if-fed-doesnt-cut-rates-in-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/investingora.com\/pt\/trump-says-it-would-hurt-him-if-fed-doesnt-cut-rates-in-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump diz que seria prejudicial para ele se o Fed n\u00e3o cortar as taxas em maio"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Trump Pressures Fed Policy While Powell Faces Probe and Markets Show Resilience<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Donald Trump signaled renewed pressure on U.S. monetary policy this week, stating he would be disappointed if Kevin Warsh\u2014his nominee for Federal Reserve chair\u2014fails to move quickly on interest rate cuts after potential Senate confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking in an interview, Trump emphasized that he expects decisive action from the central bank, suggesting that delaying rate cuts would be seen as a failure in leadership. The Federal Reserve has so far held rates steady throughout 2026, despite ongoing political pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fed Under Scrutiny as Powell Faces Investigation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At the same time, tensions within the Federal Reserve have intensified. Current Fed Chair Jerome Powell is reportedly facing a criminal investigation related to testimony given before a Senate committee regarding renovation costs for Federal Reserve buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Powell described the probe as highly unusual, indicating that it may be tied to broader disagreements over monetary policy, particularly the Fed\u2019s resistance to lowering interest rates despite repeated calls from political figures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trump also raised concerns about the costs associated with a new Federal Reserve building, suggesting that further transparency is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Markets Show Unexpected Stability Amid Iran Conflict<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite geopolitical tensions tied to the Iran conflict, financial markets have demonstrated notable resilience. Trump stated that he had expected significantly sharper declines in major indices such as the S&amp;P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He suggested that a drop of up to 20%\u2014a level typically associated with a bear market\u2014would have been plausible given the scale of the conflict. Similarly, he had anticipated oil prices could surge as high as $200 per barrel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, markets performed better than expected. Equity indices remained relatively stable, and oil prices stayed well below those projected levels, reflecting adjustments in global supply chains and energy sourcing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Energy Supply Adjustments Ease Market Pressure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Trump, global energy logistics adapted more efficiently than anticipated. Alternative supply routes and increased domestic sourcing helped mitigate the potential shock to oil markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These adjustments contributed to keeping fuel prices from reaching extreme levels, reducing the overall economic impact of the conflict in the short term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rising Gas Prices Boost Retail Sales and Inflation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recent data from the U.S. Commerce Department showed that retail sales rose 1.7% in March, marking the strongest monthly increase in over three years. A significant portion of that growth was driven by higher gasoline prices, which increased total spending figures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, rising fuel costs also contributed to inflationary pressures. Consumer prices climbed 3.3% year-over-year, accelerating from the previous month and marking the fastest pace since mid-2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On a monthly basis, inflation rose 0.9%, reflecting the impact of higher energy costs. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, showed a more moderate increase but still pointed to persistent underlying pressures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Consumer Spending Faces Growing Pressure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While consumer spending remains relatively strong, higher fuel and transportation costs are beginning to weigh on household budgets. Increased travel expenses and broader price adjustments across industries may limit future spending momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Economists note that while current data reflects resilience, sustained cost increases could eventually slow consumption, particularly if wage growth fails to keep pace with inflation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Market Outlook<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The current landscape highlights a complex mix of political pressure, economic resilience, and ongoing uncertainty. While markets have remained stable despite geopolitical risks, rising inflation and policy tensions could shape the next phase of market direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investors will be closely watching developments within the Federal Reserve, as well as any signals regarding interest rate policy and broader economic conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Trump Pressures Fed Policy While Powell Faces Probe and Markets Show Resilience Donald Trump signaled renewed pressure on U.S. monetary policy this week, stating he would be disappointed if Kevin Warsh\u2014his nominee for Federal Reserve chair\u2014fails to move quickly on interest rate cuts after potential Senate confirmation. 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