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President Trump Taps Hawkish Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair Amid Busy Earnings Week

President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair. Warsh, a former Fed governor, is known for his more hawkish stance on monetary policy. The news of Warsh's nomination came during a busy week for earnings reports. Apple forecasted a bullish quarter, sending its stock soaring.

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President Trump's unexpected decision to nominate Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair came at a pivotal moment during the earnings season. Warsh, a former Fed governor, is known for his more hawkish stance on monetary policy compared to other contenders.

The news of Warsh's nomination came during a busy week for earnings reports. Apple, one of the most influential tech companies, forecasted a bullish quarter, sending its stock soaring. Big Oil companies, including ExxonMobil and Chevron, reported strong earnings as well, driven by rising oil prices.

However, the commodities market experienced wild swings, leading to the biggest slide in years for gold and silver. The precious metals saw a sharp decline due to a stronger US dollar and fears of inflation.

In the corporate world, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol discussed the company's growth strategies during an interview on Bloomberg. Niccol highlighted the success of the coffee giant's mobile order and pay feature, which has contributed significantly to sales growth.

Apple's optimistic earnings report and Starbucks' growth strategies stood out amidst a week filled with market volatility and uncertainty. The appointment of Warsh as the next Fed chair added another layer of intrigue to the financial landscape, as investors and economists speculated on the potential impact on monetary policy.

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  1. Warsh Tapped for Fed as Busy Earnings Week Wraps Up | Open Interest 1/30/2026

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