Lockhart: At Least One More Fed Hike This Year Possible

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's strategy in managing economic growth and inflation. It highlights the factors influencing the Fed's decisions, such as growth patterns, inflation indicators, and wage pressures. The discussion also covers the impact of base effects on inflation trends and the potential for future rate hikes. The Fed's cautious approach to forward guidance is emphasized, with a focus on short-term measures to assess inflationary pressures.

What factors are influencing the Fed's decision-making regarding interest rates?

How do wage pressures impact the Fed's assessment of inflation?

What is the significance of core inflation measures in the Fed's strategy?

In what ways can base effects influence the perception of inflation trends?

What scenarios could lead the Fed to consider another rate hike?