Fed Vice Chair Jefferson (voter) says has not prejudged outcome of June FOMC meeting and monetary policy is well postioned to respond to the economy

Says:

  • Is firmly committed to getting inflation back to 2%.
  • Risks around inflation outlook are tilted to upside.
  • Expects inflation to wane later this year on fading tariff, energy hits.
  • Energy shock downside risk to growth, upside risk to inflation.
  • Recent US economic activity has been solid.
  • Labour market stable with risks tilted toward downside.
  • US is not immune to oil-related energy shocks.
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