Fed Chair nominee Warsh does not believe in forward guidance and says at this moment, supply side of the economy is changing dramatically; asked if he will be Trump's sock puppet, says absolutely not, he will be independent actor as Fed Chair

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Warsh's remarks suggest a potential shift towards a more independent and data-driven Fed policy, diverging from the recent norm of forward guidance. His focus on credibility and the interplay between rate and balance sheet policy indicates a more nuanced approach to inflation and economic indicators, which could lead to changes in market expectations for future monetary policy. This stance may influence USD dynamics, especially against the backdrop of ongoing concerns about inflation and economic recovery.

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