Fed’s Bostic: Fed is likely to consider rate cuts soon, but doesn't face urgency
|Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Bostic said on Thursday that a strong economy argues for patience in adjusting monetary policy.
Key quotes
“Fed does not face urgency to cut rates given the current economy.”
“Strong economy argues for patience in adjusting monetary policy.”
“Fed likely to soon contemplate cutting rates.”
“Inflation likely to decline more slowly than markets expect.”
“Fed has made solid progress in lowering inflation.”
“US economy is in a ‘good spot’.”
“Unlikely January CPI signals a big change in the trend of weakening inflation.”
“Sees case U.S. economy less sensitive to interest rate changes.”
“‘Fight is not finished’ on getting inflation back to 2%.”
“The job market is remarkably strong.”
“Overall economic risks have become more balanced.”
Market reaction
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is trading unchanged on the day at 104.26, as of writing.
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