Fed's Waller Says Strong Economy Gives Fed The Flexibility To Move Methodically On Cuts; Timing Of Cuts Will Be Up To Deliberations Of The Federal Open Market Committee
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Fed's Waller states that the robust economy provides the Federal Reserve with the flexibility to approach interest rate cuts methodically. The decision on the timing of these cuts will be determined by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC).
January 16, 2024 | 4:24 pm
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Fed's Waller's comments on a strong economy and methodical rate cuts suggest a stable economic environment, which could positively influence the market and ETFs like SPY.
Waller's remarks may lead investors to anticipate a more stable and predictable monetary policy environment, which is generally positive for stock markets. As SPY tracks the S&P 500, a broad market index, it is likely to benefit from increased investor confidence in the economy and a methodical approach to rate cuts by the Fed.
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