Scott Bessent says the U.S. economy is detoxing but that doesn’t mean there will be a recession: ‘I’m not concerned about a little bit of volatility over three weeks’
But Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who was a hedge-fund chief prior to his political appointment, isn’t worried. “I’m not ...
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Bloomberg links strengthening of anti-Russian sanctions to Treasury Secretary’s position
This refers to License 8L of the US Treasury that authorized transactions of such kind by March 12 of this year ...
Here's Where to Look for Early Signs of a Recession; How Wall Street and Business Got Trump Wrong
Major economic data hasn't yet begun to fully capture Trump's time in office. The Wall Street Journal is looking at a host of other indicators to try to figure out whether the U.S. might skirt a ...
S&P 500 Dips Closer to Correction Territory
The White House’s tariff threats have sent the S&P 500 spiraling near correction territory, but Treasury Secretary Scott ...
Treasury secretary dismisses market volatility amid Trump economic moves
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said market volatility doesn't matter much as the Trump administration focuses on long-term ...
Treasury Secretary tells stock investors to focus on the long term
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday tried to calm investors worried that the administration would tip the economy into recession. In an interview on CNBC, Bessent said he wasn't worried about ...
U.S. officials act to block illicit Iranian oil trade with China
Iran is operating a ghost fleet to sell oil to China in violation of existing sanctions, which U.S. officials seek to stop ...
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Stocks’ sell-off worsens as Wall Street wonders how much pain the 47th president will accept for the economy
Wall Street tumbles as Trump's tariffs raise uncertainty, causing a sell-off in stocks and crypto. Economic growth fears mount.
WATCH: Treasury Secretary slams Dems for potential government shutdown
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked about tariffs but pivoted to a looming government shutdown on Capitol Hill.
Treasury Secretary Bessent says he’s not concerned about the current stock market volatility
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday played down the recent weakness in the stock market, saying the White House was ...
Trump's Top Economic Advisor Rebuffs Recession Fears
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pushed back against growing recession concerns Thursday, saying the Trump administration wanted a "smooth transition" to an economy with less government spending.