Will the U.S. lower interest rates again this year?
Asked 10 hours ago
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Federal Reserve officials are considering interest rate cuts this year, with some open to cuts as early as the next meeting, but most prefer to wait for more clarity on inflation and economic activity. There is no consensus on the exact timing or number of cuts, but the outlook suggests potential rate reductions in the near future.
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10 hours agoFed officials see rate cuts coming, but opinions vary on how many
A couple of Federal Reserve participants noted they would be open to considering rate cuts as soon as the next meeting, but this is a minority view. Most officials support waiting for more clarity on inflation and economic activity before making a decision.