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Fed's Collins (2028 voter) says she expects Fed will need to keep restrictive policy for some time but hopes economy will allow for more rate cuts later this year; Possible Fed will need to hike interest rates to cool inflation pressures.

Fed's Collins signals a hawkish stance, indicating that the central bank might need to increase interest rates to combat persistent inflation pressures.

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Policy

  • Possible Fed will need to hike interest rates to cool inflation pressures.
  • Right now, Fed policy is “well positioned” to deal with risks.
  • Expects Fed will need to keep restrictive policy for “some time”.

Inflation

  • Most worried about inflation outlook right now.
  • Inflation will not abate this year, could cool in 2027.
  • U.S. is more insulated against energy shocks than in the past.
  • Longer the war goes on, greater the inflation impact.
  • Critical that inflation expectations stay anchored.
  • Essential for Fed to do what is needed to get inflation to 2%.

Energy Shock/War

  • Energy shock creates downside growth risks and upside inflation risk.
  • Inflation persistence makes it harder to look through energy shock.
  • Quick end to war would mean resilient demand and some rise in unemployment.
  • Prolonged Middle East war creates challenging policy choices.
Context

She emphasizes the necessity for a restrictive policy for the foreseeable future, reflecting concerns over inflation expectations and potential geopolitical impacts, which could complicate growth and inflation dynamics. This suggests that traders should remain cautious about the outlook for rate cuts and consider implications for the USD and fixed income markets.

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