What to Watch for in the Federal Reserve Rate Decision

The video discusses the current state of financial conditions and the Federal Reserve's approach to managing the target rate. It explores market expectations for rate cuts and the Fed's potential forward guidance. The discussion includes hawkish and dovish perspectives on inflation, considering the strength of the labor market and its implications for future rate hikes or pauses. The Fed's data dependency and the possibility of a pause in March are also highlighted.

What implications does a strong labor market have on inflation expectations?

In what ways could the Fed communicate a pause in rate changes to the market?