Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress
· Jerome H Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve (United States)
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JH · Jerome H Powell Wiki · Federal Reserve WikiSemiannual Monetary Policy Report to the CongressContextSemiannual testimony of Jerome Powell before the Senate Banking Committee, presenting the Monetary Policy Report to Congress.
Why it mattersPowell's testimony explains why the Fed is in no hurry to cut further.
Problems raised- Easing too fast could hinder inflation progress.
- Easing too slowly could hurt jobs.
- Risks exist on both sides.
Solutions proposed- Adjust policy carefully.
- Ease if labour weakens or inflation falls faster.
- Keep long-term expectations anchored.
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