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13 Jul 2026, 16:33 UTC · 6h ago
Waller says Fed shouldn't 'fight the last war' on inflation but warns hikes still possible
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13 Jul 2026, 16:33 UTC · 6h ago
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Governor Waller stated he would maintain current policy rates if upcoming inflation data shows a continued downward trend over several months. — This signals a preference for holding rates steady rather than hiking, which is generally positive for risk assets.
+0.60Waller identified an 'equally plausible' scenario where inflation remains elevated or increases, which would require tighter monetary policy in the near term. — The explicit mention of near-term tightening keeps the threat of rate hikes on the table, limiting the upside for markets.
-0.50Waller cited artificial intelligence demand spillovers, 2025 tariffs, and Middle East energy prices as root causes keeping inflation above the 2% target. — Identifying structural and external drivers of inflation suggests that price pressures may be stickier than transient shocks.
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The Fed Governor cautioned against reacting too quickly to tighten inflation simply to avoid repeating the 2021 mistake of waiting too long. — A commitment to a more deliberate, data-driven approach reduces the likelihood of a sudden, knee-jerk rate hike.
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