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Janet Yellen
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- Born 13 August 1946
- Age 78
- Birth Place New York City, New York U.S.
- Profession Economist, Professor, Banker, Politician
- Political Party Democratic
- In Office 78th United States Secretary Of The Treasury January 26, 2021 - January 20, 2025, 15th Chair Of The Federal Reserve February 3, 2014 - February 3, 2018, 19th Vice Chair Of The Federal Reserve October 4, 2010 - February 3, 2014, Member Of The Federal Reserve Board Of Governors October 4, 2010 - February 3, 2018, 11th President Of The Federal Reserve Bank Of San Francisco June 14, 2004 - October 4, 2010, 18th Chair Of The Council Of Economic Advisers February 18, 1997 - August 3, 1999
- Residence Brooklyn
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Janet Yellen BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 07 Feb 2025
Janet Louise Yellen: A Career in Economics and Public Service Born August 13, 1946, Janet Yellen is a prominent American economist who has held several key positions in the US government. Her career trajectory showcases a deep commitment to economic policy and public service. Early Career and Academ...
Janet Yellen PERSONAL LIFE
| Spouse | George Akerlof (1978), |
| Education | Brown University (BA), Yale University (MA, PhD) |
POSITIONS HELD BY Janet Yellen
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Chair of the Federal Reserve | 3 February 2014 - 3 February 2018 |
| president | 14 June 2004 - 4 October 2010 |
| chairperson | 18 February 1997 - 3 August 1999 |
| university teacher | 1980 - Present |
| university teacher | 1971 - 1976 |
JANET YELLEN NEWS
Federal Reserve keeps key interest rates unchanged amid low inflation
July 26, 2017 11:58 pm
Normally, solid job growth drives up wages and prices. But the Fed’s preferred gauge of inflation has moved further below its 2 percent target in recent months.
Donald Trump seen replacing Yellen at Fed with NEC's Cohn: Report
July 12, 2017 7:41 am
During last year's election campaign, Donald Trump had accused Janet Yellen of accepting orders from then-President Barack Obama to keep interest rates low for political reasons, and he said he would replace her as Fed chair because she is not a Republican Party member.
Asia stocks at 5-week high after cautious Janet Yellen speech
June 07, 2016 8:34 am
Economists are now saying that the chances of an interest rate hike in June and July seem difficult, as money market futures reduced bets by 20 to 30 per cent.
Asian shares rise, dollar lowest in a month after job data shock
June 06, 2016 10:03 am
US nonfarm payrolls rose by just 38,000, well shy of the expected 164,000, quashing expectations for a near-term interest rate hike.
China iron ore, steel futures gain in commodities, dollar falls to 3-week low
June 06, 2016 9:29 am
Many investors have ruled out the Fed raising rates this month, sending the dollar to its lowest in more than three weeks.
Asian markets firm but set for monthly loss
May 31, 2016 1:22 pm
China CSI, Japan's Nikkei and Hong Kong's Hang Seng stock indices slipped as European shares hit one-month highs on Monday.
BSE Sensex falters, sinks 231 pts after Janet Yellen's remarks
December 03, 2015 6:25 pm
The BSE Sensex extended its losses for the second straight day by losing 231 points -- its biggest single-day fall in over two weeks -- to close below the 26,000-mark after US Fed chair Janet Yellen hinted at a rate hike.
US Federal Reserve ends bond buying, keeps interest rate record low
October 30, 2014 10:40 am
US Fed did reiterate its plan to maintain its benchmark short-term rate near zero 'for considerable time'.
Yellen calls for caution on rates; Draghi says ECB ready to act
August 24, 2014 1:44 am
Yellen and Draghi underscored how both central banks were wrestling with the complexities of labour markets still-wracked by the 2007-2009 financial crisis.
Yellen calls for ‘pragmatic’ policy approach, but keeps interest rate card close to chest
August 23, 2014 1:34 am
Yellen’s speech in Jackson Hole included lengthy references to the possibility that labour markets may in fact be tighter then they seem.
