Fed Officials Highlight Need for Possible Rate Hikes if Inflation Persists
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- Minutes from the April FOMC meeting showed a majority of policymakers indicated some policy firming would likely be appropriate if inflation remains persistently above 2%.
- Four officials dissented, the most since 1992.
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The Fed may raise interest rates more if prices stay high. This can slow borrowing and growth, often pushing stock prices lower.
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