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New Fed Chair Kevin Worsh jolts markets with a more opaque, aggressive style
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First reported by Calcalist · Jun 17, 2026
What happened
Kevin Worsh used his first Fed meeting to sharply change the central bank’s messaging, triggering declines in stocks and higher bond yields. Markets are now trying to gauge whether his new approach will help curb rising inflation or create more volatility.
- 01Worsh cut Fed messaging and skipped the dot plot forecast in his first meeting.
- 02He created five task forces, including one on central bank communications.
- 03Markets sold off, Treasury yields jumped, and the dollar strengthened.
- 04Inflation is rising again as equities trade near record highs.
- 05Analysts expect volatility while investors learn Worsh’s policy approach.
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WallaCenter · HebrewJun 18, 2026
New Fed Chair Kevin Worsh jolts markets with a more opaque, aggressive style
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Fed Holds Rates at 3.75% in Kevin Warsh’s First Meeting as Chair
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