Fed's Waller Sees Rate Cuts Possible in 1st Half of 2025

Fed may cut rates sooner and faster than expected if disinflation holds up, Waller says
Inflation is likely to continue to ease and possibly allow the U.S. central bank to cut interest rates sooner and faster than expected, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said on Thursday in comments that pushed against recent market moves that anticipate a shallower Fed rate path.
Fed’s Waller Says Fresh Rate Cuts Possible in First Half of 2025
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Fed Governor Waller sees potential for multiple interest rate cuts in 2025
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Fed Rate-Cut Odds Rise
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Inflation should continue falling in 2025 and allow the U.S. Federal Reserve to further reduce interest rates, though at an uncertain pace, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said on Wednesday.
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By Howard Schneider, Ann Saphir WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Inflation is likely to continue to ease and possibly allow the U.S.
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