21 November 2024
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee supports further interest rate cuts but suggests a slower pace may be appropriate. The Fed faces a debate on the speed and extent of rate reductions, with some officials concerned about stalled inflation progress and others worried about labor market cooling. Uncertainty surrounding President-elect Trump’s policies adds complexity to the decision-making process. The upcoming December Fed meeting will be crucial in determining the next steps for monetary policy.