Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell damped market expectations of quick interest rate cuts by citing the resilience of the economy and the need to adopt a measured approach.
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell damped market expectations of quick interest rate cuts by citing the resilience of the economy and the need to adopt a measured approach. Speaking at an event in Dallas, Powell made it clear that current economic conditions have been such that one does not need quick action on rate cuts.
"The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in a hurry to lower rates," said Powell, who again pushed back against growing market expectations for rate cuts. His remarks suggested that the Fed will retain its patient approach to monetary policy even though financial markets have been pricing in rate cuts.
The Fed chair's measured tone reflects the central bank's commitment to data-driven decision-making, especially as it addresses inflation control. Powell underscored that the Fed would be "watching carefully" to keep inflation metrics within acceptable boundaries, a signal that the battle against rising prices is key among priorities.
This strength seems to put the Federal Reserve in a good place to continue its wait-and-see approach. "The strength we are currently seeing in the economy gives us the ability to approach our decisions carefully," Powell said, suggesting that robust economic conditions make for a more deliberative policy-making process.
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