Fed’s Bostic:Inflation is expected to gradually approach the 2% target,but progress uneven

Fed’s Bostic from his monthly podcast “Economy Matters” says:

• Inflation is expected to gradually decline and approach the 2% target, but progress may be uneven.
• Inflation trends might show periods of stalling or more aggressive movement, reflecting variability in the data.
• A cautious policy stance will be necessary to avoid overreacting to short-term fluctuations.
• Ensuring policy aligns with reliable signals, even amid variability, is a key focus.
• Preference to err on maintaining higher rates longer to ensure inflation reaches the 2% target.
• Policy rate reductions may be slower or delayed to ensure consistent progress toward inflation goals.
• Rates will likely remain elevated longer than originally anticipated to achieve the inflation target.

Comments are consistent with others from the Atlanta Fed President.

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This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.