Incoming Fed Chair Warsh discloses initial asset divestments
Key takeaways
- Kevin Warsh revealed plans for the first round of asset sales ahead of his swearing-in as Fed chair on May 19.
- The disclosures did not specify buyers but mark a key step in the leadership transition from Jerome Powell.
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This news shows the new leader of America's central bank is selling some personal investments before starting the job. For everyday investors it points to a routine handover that is unlikely to shake up markets right away.
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