Scott Bessent
- US treasury secretary says Argentina has repaid its US credit line in a win for Milei - Argentina has repaid the funds it drew from a $20 billion credit line with the Trump administration, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Friday, in a crucial step for Argentine President Javier Milei to restore confidence in his
- The Supreme Court may rule Friday on Trump's tariffs. Here's what's at stake for the economy - The decision is poised to have far-reaching impacts on not only trade policy but also the U.S. fiscal situation.
- Secretary Bessent drops U.S. auto loan deduction bombshell - On Wednesday, January 7, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed a major headwind to the U.S. auto industry -- affordability -- saying the administration is working on a significant tax break that could help many buyers. The move is
- Treasury Secretary Bessent says more Fed rate cuts are 'only ingredient missing' for stronger economy - Bessent on Thursday pressed the administration's desire for lower interest rates, saying they are the key to future economic growth.
- Bessent, Trump urge ending the Senate filibuster; as 2026 budget looms - President Donald Trump and Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent urged an end to the Senate filibuster rule ahead of an anticipated budget battle in January.
- Trump to start final Fed chair interviews beginning with Kevin Warsh - President Donald Trump will begin the final interviews of candidates for the Federal Reserve chair this week, putting back on track the formal selection process that began this summer.
- CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: U.S.-China AI talent race heats up - The author of "Chip War" is worried about the U.S. losing its advantage over China in artificial intelligence talent.
- Treasury Secretary Bessent says he has divested his soybean farm - WASHINGTON, Dec 7 (Reuters) - U.S.
- Bessent says U.S. will finish the year with 3% GDP growth, sees 'very strong' holiday season - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the economy will end the year on strong footing and said the president was disappointed in economic coverage in the media.