鮑威爾不點名持續對抗川普:「和許多其他機構一樣,Fed正經歷壓力測試」

(SeaPRwire) -   前聯準會(Federal Reserve)主席 Jerome Powell 在卸任後首次公開露面,他利用週日領取獎項的機會,捍衛獨立機構,並感謝該獎項對他維護央行獨立性所做努力的肯定。 在俯瞰波士頓港的 John F. Kennedy Presidential Library 發表演說時,Powell 將大學、法院、國會和央行稱為「我們民主的基石與體現」,並主張聯準會的獨立性是「無價之寶」,必須受到保護。 這是他對聯準會獨立性最直接的辯護之一。他警告說,若單一政府因政策分歧而撤換銀行官員,將為未來的民選官員開創先例,最終將破壞聯準會數十年來建立的信譽。 Powell 在擔任主席的八年間經常與 Trump 發生衝突,他的任期於五月屆滿後卸任。繼任者為 Trump 挑選來領導央行的 Kevin Warsh。 卸任主席後,Powell 採取了罕見的舉措,保留了他在聯準會理事會的席位,該席位將持續到 2028 年 1 月。透過此舉,他剝奪了 Trump 政府任命另一名理事會成員的機會。 Trump 政府也曾試圖開除聯準會理事 Lisa Cook,這將騰出一個利率制定委員會的席位供總統填補。然而,Cook 提起訴訟,法院目前已允許她保留席位。 雖然 Powell 在週日的演講中從未點名 Trump,但他多次強調保護機構免受政治壓力以及維護公眾對其獨立性信任的重要性。 他說:「像許多其他機構一樣,聯準會一直處於壓力測試之下。國會明智地選擇將貨幣政策決策與政治壓力隔絕。所有其他已開發經濟體也都採取了同樣的做法。」 自 1989 年以來,John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award 一直致力於表彰那些即便面臨個人或職業後果,仍做出基金會所稱「勇敢良知決定」的公務人員。 往屆獲獎者包括前總統 Barack Obama 和 George H. W. Bush、烏克蘭總統 Volodymyr Zelenskyy 以及前副總統 Mike Pence。 今年三月,基金會表示授予 Powell 該獎項,是為了表彰他在「儘管多年來受到來自政府最高層的個人攻擊與威脅」的情況下,依然保護了聯準會的獨立性。 Trump 在 Powell 擔任主席期間對其進行了嚴厲批評,經常抨擊聯準會的利率決策,並敦促央行更積極地降低借貸成本。 除了聯準會,Powell 還為美國的大學與研究機構、憲法、國會及法院系統進行了辯護。 他說:「長期以來,美國一直是世界追求自由人民的領袖——是不可或缺的國家。其他國家視我們為建立在誠信基礎上的國家,而這種誠信必須維持下去。」 在演講中,Powell 間接承認了他在擔任主席期間犯下的錯誤。聯準會法律上要求維持物價穩定,但疫情期間供應鏈緊張導致通貨膨脹飆升。許多經濟學家認為,央行本應更迅速地提高利率以應對此情況。 Powell 表示:「在聯準會,我們當然是人,因此並不完美。當我們犯錯時,我們會承認並改變方向。」 與 Powell 同獲表彰的還有來自明尼蘇達州雙子城的居民,他們因在聯邦移民執法行動中的勇敢行為而獲獎。該行動導致數千人被捕,並造成明尼阿波利斯市的母親 Renée Good 與護理師 Alex Pretti 死亡,兩人皆是在觀察或記錄執法活動時遇害。 Good 的父親 Tim Granger 在與家人進入圖書館時表示:「能受邀前來紀念 Renée,真是太好了。」 Kennedy 唯一在世的孩子 Caroline Kennedy 與其子 Jack Schlossberg 在聲明中表示,如果沒有像 Powell 以及明尼蘇達州那些「願意冒著生命危險讓美國履行承諾的人,我們的民主就無法生存」。 與會的美國參議員 Amy Klobuchar(明年將競選明尼蘇達州州長)反思道,這個獎項很不尋常,因為它表彰的是普通居民而非民選官員。 Klobuchar 說:「這個獎項沒有頒給民選領導人是有原因的。這是因為人民站了出來。他們透過 5 萬人的遊行站了出來。他們透過照顧陌生人的孩子、送去雜貨,且毫不猶豫地站了出來。這就是該獎項的意義所在。它代表的是勇氣。」 ___ AP 記者 Christopher Rugaber 於華盛頓報導。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。

KoverNow partners with Watch Exchange, Singapore’s leading luxury watch dealer, to offer digital watch insurance, backed by AXA XL

SINGAPORE, June 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - KoverNow, the digital insurance platform for high-value items and collectibles, has announced a strategic partnership with Watch Exchange, one of Singapore's most trusted luxury watch dealerships.The partnership enables collectors and enthusiasts to insure their luxury timepieces digitally with worldwide coverage backed by AXA XL, a leading global insurer of property, casualty, and specialty coverages for businesses worldwide. Customers benefit from exclusive offers with competitive rates and a fully digital experience — receiving instant quotes based on market value and activating coverage either at the moment of purchase or from the comfort of their own home. Coverage includes protection against accidental damage, loss and theft.Watch Exchange is recognized for its exceptional buying and selling services, strict authenticity standards and as a leading destination for some of the world's most sought-after luxury watches. With a focus on delivering both access and enduring value, the partnership enhances its offering by introducing a seamless way for customers to protect their watches as a natural extension of the purchase experience.This partnership marks KoverNow's first retail deployment under its insurance intermediary relationship with AXA XL in Singapore, reflecting its capability in delivering high-value, specialist items insurance through a fully digital experience."Acquiring a watch is a deliberate and meaningful moment and protecting it should be just as straightforward," said Stephan Kaiser, CEO of KoverNow. "KoverNow's tech-enabled process equips collectors with a simple platform to secure world-class coverage so that they can truly enjoy their collections with confidence. We are very pleased to have Watch Exchange as our partner and its endorsement underscores our ability to deliver high-quality watch insurance digitally in concert with established retail channels.""At Watch Exchange, we are committed to offering services that elevate the experience for our customers. KoverNow's tailored insurance solution creates a simple and smooth way to safeguard your watch collection. We're thrilled to be adding a valuable layer of support to the ownership journey of our esteemed customers," said Darren Yeoh, Sales Manager of Watch Exchange."Luxury watches today are both cherished personal possessions and increasingly valuable collectible assets," said Rhiannon Alban-Davies, Head of Fine Art & Specie Asia at AXA XL. “As the market evolves, collectors expect protection solutions that are as seamless and sophisticated as the way they buy and manage their collections. Through this partnership, we are pleased to support an innovative digital insurance experience that combines specialist underwriting expertise with convenience and peace of mind for watch owners."About KoverNow KoverNow delivers digital insurance for high-value items and collectibles in Singapore and Hong Kong, including watches, jewellery, handbags, cameras, wine, whisky and art. Through the KoverNow app, collectors can insure their cherished items in a single digital journey — from onboarding and obtaining instant quotes to activating coverage and filing claims. Its proprietary model ensures asset authenticity, accurate valuation and long-term ownership. Partnering with leading insurers and distribution partners such as luxury retailers, financial institutions and auction houses, KoverNow enables specialist insurance to be offered at the point of sale. Visit www.kovernow.com for more.About Watch ExchangeWatch Exchange is Singapore's largest and best-reviewed independent luxury watch retailer, based in Orchard, Singapore. Built on a simple promise of Luxury Meets Trust, every timepiece undergoes a rigorous inspection process and is backed by a one-year warranty from Watchlab, our in-house Swiss-standard service centre. Recognised as an Enterprise 50 winner and CaseTrust accredited, Watch Exchange operates two boutiques at Far East Plaza, Orchard, serving watch lovers and enthusiasts across Singapore.ABOUT AXA XLAXA XL provides insurance and risk management products and services for mid-sized companies through to large multinationals, and reinsurance solutions to insurance companies globally. We partner with those who move the world forward. To learn more, visit www.axaxl.comABOUT AXA XL INSURANCEAXA XL Insurance offers property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty insurance solutions to mid-sized companies through to large multinationals globally. We partner with those who move the world forward. To learn more, visit www.axaxl.comFor further information, please contact:Jennifer CheungKoverNow PTE LTD Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com