Vladimir Putin & United States — Federal Reserve

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, has suggested the war in Ukraine could be nearing an end, despite ongoing attacks.

United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is getting new leadership with Kevin Warsh as chairman, facing challenges like stubborn inflation and internal divisions over interest rates.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, met with Iran's foreign minister and expressed support for Iran's sovereignty, offering to help bring peace to the Middle East.

United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve, through its Chair Jerome Powell, has expressed concerns about the economic uncertainty caused by the energy shock from the conflict.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, is scheduled to visit Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping, deepening relations between Russia and China.

United States — Federal Reserve: The Cleveland United States — Federal Reserve estimated that inflation could reach 4.2% in May, indicating ongoing economic challenges in the United States.

Vladimir Putin: Vladimir Putin declared an Easter ceasefire that was subsequently accused of being violated by both Russia and Ukraine.

United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's policy actions, including its decision to hold interest rates due to inflation fears caused by surging energy costs, are being assessed by investors in the context of the broader market uncertainty.

United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts are being watched, with market odds narrowing due to economic data and inflationary pressures from the oil shock.