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Fed's Kashkari (2026 Voter) says Fed is close on both mandates and rates are pretty close to neutral; labour market has remained pretty resilient, it is softer, but still "decent to pretty good"

Kashkari's comments suggest a measured stance from the Fed, highlighting that rates are near neutral while emphasizing the resilience of the labor market.

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Fed's Kashkari (2026 Voter) says Fed is close on both mandates and rates are pretty close to neutral; labour market has remained pretty resilient, it is softer, but still "decent to pretty good"

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This positioning may indicate that the Fed is unlikely to accelerate rate hikes significantly, which could influence USD strength and fixed income dynamics. His remarks on structural challenges in housing suggest a complicated interplay with monetary policy that could impact market expectations.

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