Fed's Powell Says We Tend To See A Little Bit Stronger Inflation In First Half Of The Year; Says We Don't Know If This Is A Bump On Inflation Road Or Something More
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Fed Chair Powell indicated that inflation tends to be stronger in the first half of the year, but it's uncertain if the current trend is a temporary bump or signifies a longer-term issue.
March 20, 2024 | 6:55 pm
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Powell's comments on inflation may lead to increased market volatility, potentially impacting SPY as investors react to the uncertainty regarding inflation trends.
Given that SPY tracks a broad range of stocks, Powell's comments on inflation can lead to market uncertainty, affecting investor sentiment and potentially leading to short-term volatility in SPY's price. However, the exact direction is uncertain due to the lack of clarity on whether the inflation trend is temporary or more persistent.
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