Fed's Powell Says We Are Not Rushing; If Inflation Moves Back Up, That Would Be A Surprise At This Point; More Concerned Inflation Will Stabilize At Elevated Level
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Fed Chair Powell indicated that the Federal Reserve is not rushing its monetary policy decisions and would be surprised if inflation moves back up, expressing more concern that inflation could stabilize at an elevated level.
January 31, 2024 | 7:58 pm
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Powell's comments suggest a cautious approach to rate hikes, which may ease investor concerns and potentially support market stability, reflected in SPY as it tracks the broader market.
Powell's remarks imply a deliberate pace in adjusting monetary policy, which could reduce fears of aggressive rate hikes that might slow economic growth. This sentiment can lead to a positive market reaction, benefiting SPY as it is a broad-based ETF that reflects the performance of the S&P 500.
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