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Powell faces a new test: markets await decisive statements amidst trade tensions.

As uncertainty regarding global economic forecasts increases due to the unbalanced trade policies pursued by U.S. President Donald Trump, investors are awaiting a statement from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday. This will be the second time in less than two weeks that Powell discusses the U.S. economic situation, focusing on current challenges related to inflation and the labor market, as well as the central bank's options should the economy deviate from its expected path. With continued volatility in financial markets, investors expect Powell's statement today to be a key point in understanding how the Federal Reserve will respond under ongoing tariff policies. Financial markets have experienced sharp fluctuations recently. All these developments suggest that tariffs may lead to an economic slowdown in the near future.

Powell is expected to deliver a prepared speech at 1:30 PM, before participating in a meeting at the Chicago Economic Club at 5:30 PM Eastern Time, where he will answer questions from interested parties.