Barkin Admits January's Sticky Inflation Rates Complicate Fed's Path Forward January’s inflation data has intensified the complexity of upcoming interest rate decisions for the U.S. Federal Reserve, according to Richmond Fed President Thomas Barkin. In a recent interview, Barkin highlighted the persistent issue of inflation, particularly noting the sustained inflation in shelter and services despite a general slowdown in goods prices. While he expressed caution about overemphasizing the January figures due to potential seasonal distortions, he acknowledged that the latest data certainly did not simplify the Fed’s task but rather compounded the challenges faced in tempering inflationary pressures. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Fed’s Favorite Inflation Gauge Up 2.9% from a Year Ago READ MORE Powell Says a March Rate Cut is Unlikely READ MORE Charted: Workers Win As Wage Growth Outpaces Inflation READ MORE Crude Prices Dip Below $75 Amid Ceasefire Talks Between Israel and Hamas READ MORE Jamie Dimon Believes U.S. Debt Is the ‘Most Predictable Crisis’ in History READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment