US Treasury Secretary Bessent says he wouldn't say no to being Fed Chair at a later date, via WSJ; adds he has no interest in the presidency

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Treasury Secretary Bessent's comment about not ruling out a future candidacy for Fed Chair indicates potential shifts in market sentiment regarding U.S. monetary policy leadership. While it's largely speculative, it could influence expectations around future Federal Reserve decisions, impacting the USD and rates if investors sense a hawkish or dovish tilt based on his potential views. The broader implications could also affect cross-asset flows, particularly in fixed income and forex markets.

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