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Fed's Schmid (2028 voter) sees the labour market breakeven rate between 40-50k per month

Fed's Schmid, a 2028 voter, suggests that a breakeven job rate of 40-50k monthly indicates stability in the labor market.

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  • Does not believe that the labour market was showing cyclical weakness last year.
  • No concerns over Walsh's nominations as Fed Chair. 
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His stance on the labor market's strength and lack of concerns about nominations could reflect a hawkish bias that aligns with maintaining a tighter monetary policy. Watch for potential shifts in trader sentiment towards rate hikes and the USD as this may impact perceived economic resilience.

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