Fed's Steady Rates Face Criticism

U.S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender openly criticized the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady. In a statement to Fox News, Faulkender argued that current data does not justify keeping rates unchanged.

The comments were prompted by the U.S. central bank's decision to maintain current interest rates, going against President Donald Trump's repeated appeals for reductions.

This move by the Federal Reserve has sparked discussions among policymakers and economists, with Faulkender voicing concerns about the economic rationale behind the decision.

(With inputs from agencies.)