On the recordAugust 28, 2026
The Fed's predominant focus right now should be on prices
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Kevin Warsh
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bbc.co.ukThe Fed's predominant focus right now should be on prices
Remarks on inflation at Jackson Hole Symposium
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Too many categories are still posting increases above 3 percent on both a six and 12-month basis.
Short-term interest rates are the predominant tool the Fed can use to lower inflation.
I believe optimistically — you might think naively — at least in the United States, we’re going to come out of this stronger with a more durable economy, more capable of leading the world on economic growth.
In general, though, people who want to work, by and large, are holding or finding jobs.