Fed's Miran says December rate cut would be reasonable
Debate grows within the Fed as officials weigh risks of prolonged tight policy against the need for economic support.
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Key Takeaways
- Fed Governor Stephen Miran views a December interest rate cut as the reasonable path forward.
- Miran warns that tight policy may increase the risk of an economic downturn, advocating for rate adjustments.
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Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran indicated on November 5 that, based on current conditions, he would support an interest rate cut at the central bank’s December policy meeting.
Miran has publicly warned that maintaining a tight policy could risk triggering an economic downturn, emphasizing the need for proactive rate adjustments.
At the latest Federal Reserve meeting, Miran dissented, advocating a larger rate cut, highlighting divisions among officials about the pace of easing.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has indicated that views among policymakers vary strongly on future cuts, leaving room for debate ahead of the December decision.
