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U.S. Federal Reserve Signals Possibility of Further Rate Hikes in 2023

by Richie
06/21/2023
in Global Trade, Trade Policies

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Jerome Powell, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, has indicated that further interest rate increases might be necessary this year to combat persistently high inflation in the United States. This stance was communicated during Powell’s biannual testimony to the House of Representatives committee.

Powell noted that the process of bringing inflation back down to the Federal Reserve’s 2 percent target is ongoing and challenging. Despite this outlook, the Federal Reserve chose not to raise interest rates last week, marking a pause after a series of 10 consecutive hikes. This decision allows the Fed time to assess the impact of the higher borrowing rates on the economy.

The Federal Reserve’s latest approach reflects a balance between the need to continue addressing inflation and the risk of triggering a deep recession by raising rates excessively. Powell explained that as the Fed gets closer to achieving its inflation target, it might be prudent to increase rates at a slower pace to avoid overshooting.

The hearing revealed partisan differences in views on the Federal Reserve’s policies. Representative Patrick McHenry, a Republican from North Carolina, urged the Fed to maintain its commitment to curbing inflation, which he described as a “stealth tax” on American workers and families. Conversely, Representative Maxine Waters, a Democrat from California, supported the Fed’s decision to pause rate hikes.

Powell also mentioned that last week’s decision to keep the key interest rate steady was partly influenced by the need to understand the ramifications of recent large bank failures on the banking sector and the broader economy.

Economists largely anticipate a rate hike at the Fed’s next meeting in late July, but actions beyond that point remain uncertain. The Fed officials have previously suggested two more rate increases this year, but these plans could change depending on economic data and inflation trends.

Powell emphasized that the Fed’s rate decisions would be made “meeting by meeting,” based on ongoing economic assessments, rather than following a predetermined schedule.

The series of rate hikes has increased borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, affecting loans across various sectors. Last year, the Fed rapidly raised its benchmark rate, including four three-quarter-point increases. However, with year-on-year inflation easing from 9.1 percent to 4 percent, the Fed is now considering a more measured approach to rate increases.

Powell cautioned that reducing inflation might entail economic slowdown and softer labor market conditions, potentially leading to higher unemployment rates. The Fed aims to control inflation primarily by reducing job vacancies rather than through widespread layoffs, thereby moderating wage growth and inflationary pressures.

As of last week, the majority of the 18 Fed policymakers anticipated at least two additional rate hikes in 2023, with varying opinions on the extent and timing of these increases.

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