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Resilience Amid Rising Rates
This chapter examines the unexpected strength of the U.S. economy in light of significant interest rate hikes, defying historical expectations of downturns. It highlights how consumer behavior, particularly in the automotive sector, reflects underlying demand dynamics influenced by pandemic-related supply issues. The discussion emphasizes the complexities of monetary policy in addressing inflation and supply-side challenges, raising important questions about the effectiveness of traditional economic tools in the current environment.