Softer growth, slumping job market seen slowing household consumption
U.S. central bank flags weaker growth and inflation risks amid global volatility
Corporate cash flow, liquidity under pressure amid deteriorating fundamentals
Stubborn food inflation and global uncertainty cloud outlook
Policymakers cited unpredictable U.S. trade policy, inflation in holding rate at 2.75%
Changes reflect higher spending on housing and vehicles
Unemployment and inflation remain low, but uncertainty around trade levies remains
Household expectations are outstripping inflation, highlighting a growing communications challenge for central banks
Deteriorating economic outlook weighing on credit conditions for North American companies
Negative shock of tariffs, policy uncertainty heightens risk to government finances