★Powell Says Fed Rates Are Borderline Restrictive
Strategic Analysis // Ian Gross
"Powell's comment signals the Fed believes interest rates are now high enough to slow the economy without crushing it. This suggests we're nearing the end of rate hikes, which could stabilize borrowing costs for businesses and consumers, and potentially boost market confidence."
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The Big Market Report Take
So, Powell's admitting they're in a "difficult situation," which is Fed-speak for "we're threading a very small needle here." Leaving rates flat while saying they're borderline restrictive just confirms they're trying to walk that fine line without tripping. Good luck with that.
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