Fed's Rate Cut Hesitation: Inflation Concerns and Economic Uncertainties Dominate As the Federal Reserve kicked off 2024 nearly achieving its inflation target, officials remain hesitant to lower interest rates due to the persistent risk of inflation exceeding their 2% goal. Recent inflation data, particularly concerning consumer prices excluding food and energy, rose unexpectedly in January, suggesting businesses, especially within the services sector, still possess significant pricing power. This development has dampened hopes for an imminent easing of monetary policy. The Fed’s cautious stance is further reinforced by various uncertainties, including the robustness of the economy and geopolitical tensions, which have influenced their decision to adopt a more deliberate approach towards adjusting interest rate policies. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts True Inflation May Have Peaked in Late 2022 READ MORE Gold and Bitcoin: Vital Challengers to Fiat Currencies READ MORE Wall Street’s Recession Reversal Echoes2007’s Optimism, Warns Expert READ MORE Record Inflows Catapult Bitcoin Near All-Time Highs READ MORE Gold ETFs Wane Despite Highs: A Glimmer of Hope on the Horizon? READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published.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