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Fed Minutes Reveal Strong Backing for Half-Point Rate Cut, Future Easing Pace Uncertain

10 Oct 2024 12:25 am
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Mumbai, 09 Oct 2024 (Commoditiescontrol):The U.S. Federal Reserve's September meeting minutes highlighted solid support among officials for a half-point interest rate cut, bringing the benchmark rate to 4.75%-5.00%. This move was aimed at better aligning monetary policy with recent inflation and labor market trends. However, the minutes emphasized no commitment to a specific pace of future rate cuts, with discussions on further easing remaining open.

While most policymakers backed the 50-basis-point reduction, a few favored a smaller quarter-point cut, reflecting the diversity of views within the Fed. The rate cut was framed as a "recalibration" in response to falling inflation, not a sign of economic weakness, as inflation nears the Fed’s 2% target while the broader economy remains stable. Concerns over a softening labor market were noted, with future cuts likely tied to ongoing economic data.

Fed Governor Michelle Bowman dissented, advocating for a more modest quarter-point cut. Despite varying opinions, projections showed that nearly all policymakers expect further rate cuts this year.

(By Commoditiescontrol Bureau; +91-9820130172)

       
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