FED’S HAMMACK WARNS INFLATION RISKS REMAIN HIGH Fed’s Beth Hammack says the biggest risk is persistent inflation becoming embedded in public expectations. With economic growth holding up and the labor market stable, she warned that strong demand and capital spending could keep
Why now
Thesis: Hammack flags persistent inflation risk
Catalyst to watch: Upcoming CPI and Fed speeches
Main risk: Other Fed officials may sound dovish
Why it matters
A Fed official warning inflation risks stay high supports keeping policy restrictive, pressuring rate-sensitive assets.
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FED’S HAMMACK WARNS INFLATION RISKS REMAIN HIGH Fed’s Beth Hammack says the biggest risk is persistent inflation becoming embedded in public expectations. With economic growth holding up and the labor market stable, she warned that strong demand and capital spending could keep inflation elevated. Hammack said the Fed must maintain a restrictive policy stance until clear progress is made toward lowering inflation.
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