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On April 14th, Federal Reserve Chairman John Goolsby stated on Monday that current pricing in the oil futures market reflects an expectation that the surge in oil prices related to the Iran war will be short-lived, and its impact on the U.S. economy is likely to be limited if this scenario holds true. In an interview with Fox News, Goolsby said, "As long as consumers remain strong, I think economic growth will remain strong. If this continues—if gasoline prices remain at or above their current levels for an extended period—then we will have to reassess what this means for consumer spending; but if the market moves as expected, then it will be temporary."

ECB Governing Council member Villeroy: Surveys show that we need to be vigilant about inflation.

The Bank of France expects France's GDP to grow by 0.3% in the first quarter.

Federal Reserve's Goolsby: This oil price shock is different from the 1970s.

Federal Reserve's Goolsby: Don't be surprised if consumer confidence deteriorates. The consumer confidence index, as a behavioral indicator, has certain flaws.

Bank of England Governor Bailey: Banks have remained resilient.

Federal Reserve's Goolsby: As long as consumers remain strong, economic growth will also be strong.

April 14th - According to a new report released by White House economists, the United States faces a shortage of at least 10 million single-family homes, a figure higher than previous estimates by the government and private sector. According to the latest annual "President's Economic Report" from the White House Council of Economic Advisers, "If single-family home construction and the growth in the stock of such homes had not declined significantly since 2008, but had continued at their historical pace, there would be 10 million or more single-family homes available today." Freddie Mac, a government-controlled company, stated in November 2024 that based on demand driven by population growth, the U.S. housing supply gap is 3.7 million units. The National Association of Realtors, in June 2021, estimated the housing gap at 5.5 million units based on trends over the past 20 years compared to the construction rate between 1968 and 2000. This report comes as policymakers in Washington are trying to demonstrate to voters that they are taking action on high housing prices. High housing costs are a key issue in the upcoming midterm elections, with affordability expected to be a central theme.

According to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement website, Ramagem, the former head of Brazil's intelligence agency, is being held in the United States by the agency.

The Federal Reserve accepted a total of $227 million from four counterparties in its fixed-rate reverse repurchase operations.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Ukraine said: "We hope that the obstacles preventing the EU from providing loans to Ukraine can be removed, and we encourage our partners to stop delaying."

International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol: It may take two years for energy supplies in the Middle East to recover.

According to Brazilian media reports, the former head of Brazil's intelligence agency was arrested in the United States by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol: The war in Iran has damaged more than 80 oil and gas facilities, including production facilities, terminals and refineries.

US President Trump: The United States has a strong capability in the oil business.

International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol: We hope there will be no need to release oil reserves again, but we are ready to act at any time.

US President Trump: (Regarding the issue of a Straits blockade) Oil companies will do well both there and here.

US President Trump: Iran has no business left, and we will maintain this status quo.