Why Is the Fed Hesitant to Cut Rates?
Uncertainty seems to be spreading through the economy, and the Fed is seemingly not immune.
Some of President Donald Trump's proposed economic policies have stoked uncertainty, undermined confidence among business leaders and consumers, sent stocks tumbling, and raised fears of a possible economic downturn.
The Fed is reluctant to act until there is more clarity on which of President Trump's tariff threats will be implemented and the impact those tariffs will have on inflation and economic growth.
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