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Fed Holds Steady, Waits for Inflation to Ease
The Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged, as anticipated. This extends the period of steady rates since last September. The goal is to curb inflation without triggering a recession. While some recent economic signs hinted at a slowdown, inflation remains stubbornly high. Fed Chair Powell reaffirmed plans to cut rates in 2024, but…