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5 min readThe Marketplace Morning Report covers key economic updates, led by the Senate's confirmation of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair amid fresh signs of resurgent inflation. It also examines falling median rents despite broader price pressures and challenges for small businesses seeking tariff refunds.
Warsh Confirmed as Fed Chair Amid Hot Inflation Data
The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair by a 54-45 vote for a four-year term, replacing Jerome Powell after his eight years at the helm. The vote came as two reports showed inflation accelerating: consumer prices rose 3.8 percent in April, more than double the Fed's two percent target, while prices paid by wholesalers increased at the fastest pace since 2022. These developments reduce the odds of interest rate cuts, as Fed voters prioritize inflation control. Warsh may face immediate pressure from President Trump, who has pushed for lower borrowing costs; under Powell, Trump tried to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook, and the Department of Justice investigated Powell over a building renovation.
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- 1 (00:55) **Kevin Warsh Confirmed as Fed Chair**
- 2 (02:07) **Median Rents Fall Despite Inflation**
- 3 (05:35) **Small Businesses Navigate Tariff Refunds**
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Show Notes
Kevin Warsh is officially the next chair of the Federal Reserve. The Senate voted to confirm him to a four-year term on Wednesday. He’ll replace Chair Jerome Powell, who led the central bank for the last eight years. He’ll face a challenging economic environment, worsening inflation, and pressure from President Donald Trump to cut rates. Plus, a look at how median actually rents fell in April and why one Arizona coffee roaster is unable to claim tariff refunds.
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