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Powell Speech: We Need More Fiscal Support

The President of the FOMC, Jerome Powell, reiterated Tuesday that US Federal Reserves remain committed to using all of their tools to support the economy through the coronavirus crisis.

“We will continue to provide strong support,” Powell told the US Senate Banking Committee, noting that it is likely that need more fiscal support. “Inequality is a major problem in our economy, it slows it down,” Powell added.

Market reaction

The dollar continues to weaken against its rivals during Powell’s testimony. At time of writing, the US Dollar Index is down 0.35% on the day at 91.55.

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