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Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell and "Barbie" actor Margot Robbie.
  • Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell was asked about "Barbie" and Taylor Swift Wednesday.
  • He responded by highlighting rising consumer confidence, which he said could boost growth.
  • Powell's comments came after the central bank raised interest rates by another 25 basis points.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell fielded a question about the "Barbie" movie and Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Wednesday after the central bank raised interest rates again.