Fed's Goolsbee (2027 voter) says oil prices are pretty serious and all depends on how long it lasts, according to CNN
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Says:
- Extended period of rising oil prices could weigh on consumer sentiment and increase the cost of food, as well as manufacturing.
- Timing of the price increases is unfortunate, had hoped inflation would fade.
- Rising gasoline prices could create complications by pushing up inflation expectations.
- Sustained increases in oil costs would represent a tough shock for the economy.
- There has been some underlying solidity in the economy.
- Oil price shock adds another layer of uncertainty.
- This uncertainty is contributing to a low-hire, low-fire environment.
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