Fed's Barkin Says Tight Fed Policy Will Eventually Slow The Economy Further, But That Doesn't Mean Painful Job Losses In A 'less Vulnerable' Economy; Says He Is Optimistic Keeping Rates 'Somewhat Restrictive' Can Return Inflation To Target
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Fed's Barkin expressed optimism that maintaining somewhat restrictive interest rates can bring inflation back to target without causing significant job losses, highlighting the economy's resilience. He acknowledged that tight monetary policy would slow the economy further but emphasized its lesser vulnerability.
April 04, 2024 | 4:11 pm
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Barkin's comments may lead to cautious optimism among investors, potentially stabilizing or slightly boosting SPY as it reflects broader market sentiment towards Fed policies.
Barkin's optimistic view on managing inflation with restrictive rates, without causing significant job losses, may reassure investors about the economic outlook. This sentiment can positively influence the SPY, which tracks the performance of the S&P 500 and is sensitive to Federal Reserve policies and their implications on the economy.
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