#PowellRemarks

The statement "JUST IN: 🇺🇸 Fed Chair Jerome Powell says US economy is solid despite uncertainty" means:

Jerome Powell, the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve (the central bank), is saying that:

The U.S. economy is performing well — it's growing, jobs are stable, and consumer spending is strong.

••Despite uncertainty, such as:

••Global economic issues (like conflicts or slowdowns in other countries)

••Inflation concerns

••Interest rate decisions

••Market volatility

Even with these unpredictable factors, Powell believes the foundation of the U.S. economy remains strong.

---> In short: things are going well economically, even if there are some unknowns ahead.