US News
LAST UPDATE: September 11, 2025
US Producer Prices Unexpectedly Drop, First Decline Since April
U.S. producer prices fell 0.1% in August—the first decline since April—suggesting easing wholesale inflation. Core PPI also dropped 0.1%; year-over-year rises remain modest. (AP News)
Insight
The decline further strengthens arguments for imminent rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and signals possible cooling of inflationary pressures in supply chains.
Trump says Fed chair Powell should make big rate cut now
On September 10, 2025, Donald Trump urged Fed Chair Jerome Powell to enact a substantial interest rate cut immediately, citing weak producer price data as justification. (Reuters)
Insight
Trump’s persistent pressure on the Fed reflects political urgency to lower borrowing costs, especially in light of cooling inflation data and anticipated policy easing.
Fed seen on course for rate cuts after PPI data
Analysts expect the Federal Reserve to begin trimming rates—starting with a quarter-point cut—after August’s PPI showed cooling, supporting expectations of gradual easing through 2025. (Reuters)
Insight
The data-driven shift strengthens market expectations of Fed action, though inflation concerns remain, especially with CPI data due soon.
Tariff Case Could Give Trump Massive New Fiscal Powers
The Supreme Court will consider Trump’s appeal regarding his authority to unilaterally impose tariffs under emergency powers, potentially granting expansive executive fiscal authority if upheld. (ウォール・ストリート・ジャーナル)
Insight
A favorable ruling could shift fiscal power away from Congress, raising constitutional concerns and reshaping U.S. trade and tax policy frameworks.
Labor Department inspector general reviewing challenges to BLS data collection
The Inspector General is investigating the BLS following major downward revisions to nonfarm payrolls and halted CPI/PPI data collection in some areas, citing staffing and funding issues. (Reuters)
Insight
The probe underscores systemic vulnerabilities in economic data integrity, which can undermine policy decisions and public trust in statistical reporting.
US Senator Cruz proposes AI “sandbox” to ease regulations on tech companies.
Senator Ted Cruz introduced a bill to create a regulatory AI “sandbox” allowing temporary exemptions from federal rules for AI companies, aimed at fostering innovation while imposing risk assessments. (Reuters)
Insight
The sandbox model could attract AI investment and speed development, but presents risks of under-regulation and potential safety oversight erosion.
