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Fed official advocates for interest rate reductions despite potential tariffs

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Fed official advocates for interest rate reductions despite potential tariffs

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  • A key policymaker at the **U.S. Federal Reserve**, Christopher Waller, advocates for **cutting interest rates** this year despite concerns about inflation and potential tariffs.
  • Waller believes that tariffs are unlikely to raise inflation significantly this year, which aligns with his support for **more rate cuts**.
  • His remarks challenge Wall Street's growing sentiment that the Fed will maintain its current rates given ongoing inflation, currently at **2.4%**.
  • The Fed is projected to potentially implement **two rate reductions** this year, though opinions vary among policymakers on the total number of potential cuts.
  • Waller remains optimistic about inflation trends, suggesting prices are **cooling**, particularly outside the housing sector.

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