FOMC Minutes Show Fed in Wait-and-See Mode for a While, Bernstein's Fisher Says

The transcript discusses the Federal Reserve's approach amidst rising tensions with China and market assumptions about interest rates. It highlights the Fed's flexible and cautious stance, considering conflicting signals and the potential for inflation. The discussion also covers the possibility of rate cuts and the impact of tariffs on inflation and the Fed's strategy.

What factors are influencing the Federal Reserve's decision-making process regarding interest rates?

What is the significance of the phrase 'wait and see' in the context of the Federal Reserve's approach?

What are the conflicting signals that the Federal Reserve is expected to consider in their decision-making?

How does the speaker perceive the potential for inflation in relation to the Federal Reserve's policies?

In what ways might trade tensions with China affect the Federal Reserve's economic outlook?