The Economy Right Now Is the Fed's 'Worst Nightmare': Citi Economist
Citi's chief economist said the Fed faces pressure on two sides - from slowing demand on the one hand, and high and sticky inflation on the other.
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Citi's chief economist said the Fed faces pressure on two sides - from slowing demand on the one hand, and high and sticky inflation on the other.
Consumers are also starting to worry, with 74% saying they were concerned about a potential recession, according to a recent survey.
WASHINGTON--The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised its benchmark interest rate by a hefty three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in more than three decades to tame high inflation.
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a hefty three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in three decades to tame high inflation.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised its benchmark interest rate by a hefty three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its most aggressive drive in three decades to tame high inflation.