Powell: Fed to Approach Rate Cuts Cautiously Amid Strong Economy
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell discussed the U.S. economic outlook, highlighting significant progress towards maximum employment and stable prices. The economy has shown strong growth, with a 2.5% expansion rate this year, supported by consumer spending and business investment. The labor market has cooled to more sustainable levels, and inflation has decreased significantly from its peak, though it remains slightly above the 2% target. The Fed recently lowered the policy interest rate by 0.25% and remains committed to balancing employment and inflation goals while carefully adjusting monetary policy based on economic data.
- Speech by Chair Powell on the economic outlook Federal Reserve
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- Fed's Powell: Economy "remarkably good," no need to hurry lowering rates Axios
- Powell says Fed will likely cut rates cautiously given persistent inflation pressures The Hill
- Fed Chair Jerome Powell Says No Need to ‘Hurry’ to Cut Rates The New York Times
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