The central bank would be open to raising rates by a half-point at multiple Fed meetings, Powell said
Rising rates, margins seen supporting profits as credit conditions normalize
Commodities price shock clouds the economic outlook
Russia conflict to cut global GDP growth, boost inflation
The move follows a December hike and concern about rising consumer prices
Energy price shock isn't likely to be a catalyst for recession
The opposition to her nomination has come mainly from the energy industry
Many economists worry that with the price of gas spiking, the additional burden of higher interest rates could choke off growth
Bond purchases are now set to end in the third quarter
The Canadian dollar's fortunes are more tied to interest rates