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Fed's Williams (voter) says in a time of uncertainty and economic shocks, natural to see diverging views on FOMC

Fed's Williams' comments reflect the current uncertainty and the differing perspectives within the FOMC, highlighting a central bank grappling with shifting economic conditions, particularly in the labor market.

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  • Dissents happen more in times of uncertainty, shows Fed is grappling with issues.
  • There has been a huge shift in labour force growth in the US.
  • Job market break even might range between zero and 50k jobs per month now. 
  • Jobs market is holding up well so far.
  • Not seeing longer term inflation expectations move much, that's encouraging.
  • In balance, job market is helping contain inflation.
  • Fed's job is to make sure inflation expectations hold steady.
  • Tariff based inflation should ease.
  • R* likely higher than most recent low readings.
  • 3% is likely long run Fed funds rate.
  • Expects higher productivity growth over coming years from AI.
  • Persistence of inflation over target is definitely on central bankers' minds.
  • Not seeing signs yet of inflation spilling into underlying trends.
  • US will be less affected relative to other nations from energy shock.
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His emphasis on a stable job market aiding inflation containment, as well as insight into potential long-term Fed funds rate adjustments, suggests they are focused on maintaining inflation expectations despite current pressures. This discourse may influence trader sentiment regarding interest rate trajectories and the overall economic outlook, especially in relation to forex and fixed income markets.

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