Fed Vice Chair Jefferson Says Policy Rate Is In Restrictive Territory; We Continue To See Labor Market Come Into Better Balance, And Inflation Decline, Though Nowhere Near As Quickly As Would Have Liked; Will Assess Incoming Data, Evolving Outlook, Balance Of Risks To Set Appropriate Stance Of Policy Rate
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Fed Vice Chair Jefferson stated that the policy rate is currently in restrictive territory. He noted improvements in the labor market and a decline in inflation, although not as quickly as desired. The Fed will continue to assess incoming data and the evolving outlook to set the appropriate policy rate.
May 20, 2024 | 2:30 pm
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The Fed's indication that the policy rate is in restrictive territory and that they will continue to assess data could lead to short-term volatility in SPY. Improvements in the labor market and a slow decline in inflation are positive signs, but the cautious stance on future rate decisions may create uncertainty.
The Fed's current restrictive policy rate and cautious approach to future rate decisions suggest potential short-term volatility for SPY. While improvements in the labor market and a slow decline in inflation are positive, the uncertainty around future rate decisions may impact investor sentiment.
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