Episode

Will the Fed hold steady?

Podcast: Marketplace All-in-One
Published: Jul 29, 2026
Duration seconds: 410
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Summary

The U.S. Federal Reserve will wrap up a two-day meeting today with an announcement from Chair Kevin Warsh on interest rates. In the middle of uncertainty regarding the war in the Middle East, oil prices, and inflation, experts say rates could remain unchanged — for now. Also, we look at how consumers are pulling back on grocery spending and why the Trump administration is arguing some countries have “excess capacity” in certain manufacturing sectors. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter . Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.