Fed's Waller (voter) says should remove easing bias from statement, not advocating for a hike at the moment; Do not expect to support a change in the policy rate in the near term, outcome will depend heavily on length of Iran conflict

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[MARKET UPDATE] Equities and bonds fall, Dollar rises, after Uni. of Michigan inflation expectations rise above the consensus, while Fed Governor Waller (voter) issues hawkish remarks

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Fed's Waller (voter) says should remove easing bias from statement, not advocating for a hike at the moment; Do not expect to support a change in the policy rate in the near term, outcome will depend heavily on length of Iran conflict

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  • Labour market is in balance and no longer the chief concern in determining path of policy.
  • Concerned about climbing expectations as Fed's inflation miss enters sixth year.
  • If expectations start to become unanchored "would not hesitate" to support a rate hike.
  • Inflation at risk of becoming more persistent, with price pressures broadening.
  • No sign Ai investment boom will slow.
  • So far high energy costs have not crimped consumer spending.
  • Cannot rule out hikes if inflation does not abate soon. 

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