What Kevin Hassett could mean for the future of the Fed, plus new tax info for crypto investors

Market Catalysts anchor Julie Hyman breaks down the latest market news for November 26, 2025.

Kevin Hassett, the director of the National Economic Council under the Trump administration, has come out as the frontrunner to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve after the end of Jerome Powell’s term in May 2026. Hassett is among five names on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s shortlist for the role.
Wolfe Research Chief Economist Stephanie Roth speaks with Julie about what the central bank’s interest rate direction could look like under Kevin Hassett’s leadership.
As the end of 2025 draws near, 401 Financial principal and founder Tyrone Ross sits down with Julie to talk about the best tax strategies for crypto investors, including tax loss harvesting and tax gain harvesting. Ross also discusses IRS tax changes related to cryptocurrencies.
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