US NEC Director Hassett says he expects the Warsh hearing to go ahead next week; rates should be lower; confident that Warsh will start as Fed Chair on May 15

Hassett's comments suggest a transition at the Fed with Warsh potentially taking the helm, indicating market expectations for lower rates under his leadership.

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NATO’s Secretary General Rutte briefed capitals that Trump wants concrete commitments within days to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, according to diplomats

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Senior Iranian sources says under the ceasefire agreement, Iran will allow no more than 15 ships per day through the Strait of Hormuz, Tass reports; Iran demands imply the unfreezing of Iranian assets by the US within two weeks

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US NEC Director Hassett says he expects the Warsh hearing to go ahead next week; rates should be lower; confident that Warsh will start as Fed Chair on May 15

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US NEC Director Hassett says he still sees 4-5% economic growth this year, despite the war

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Iraq’s North Oil Company says Kirkuk’s K1 station received its first crude shipment from Basra, state news agency reports

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Does not expect current Fed Chair Powell to stay on the board.
Shrinking of the balance sheet should be gradual.

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The expectation of a gradual balance sheet reduction is also notable, as it aligns with a more dovish outlook that could impact fixed income and equities. Overall, the implications point to a shift in monetary policy approach that may ease current financial conditions.

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