FED WATCH: Trump set to announce chairman pick this morning
Fox Business
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January 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC
Bullish
95% Confidence
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Key Points
- President Trump is expected to announce Kevin Warsh as his pick for Fed Chair, who advocates for shrinking the Fed's balance sheet and cutting interest rates.
- Analysts anticipate strong economic growth, potentially 4-5% for the fourth quarter of last year and into 2026.
- Trump's administration is reopening Venezuelan airspace and considering reopening the U.S. embassy, which could increase oil supply and exert disinflationary pressure.
AI Summary
The segment discusses President Trump's upcoming announcement for the Federal Reserve Chair, widely expected to be Kevin Warsh. Warsh's past comments advocate for shrinking the Fed's balance sheet and cutting interest rates to benefit the broader economy, not just Wall Street. Analysts express optimism for strong economic growth and discuss the reopening of Venezuelan airspace, which could lead to downward pressure on oil prices.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bullish | 95% |
| Consensus | Bullish | 95% |