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Unusual Dissent in Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Decision
This chapter explores the Federal Reserve's recent decision on interest rates, focusing on the unexpected dissent from two governors advocating for a rate cut. It examines economic indicators, the effects of tariffs on inflation, and how government job cuts might skew economic data accuracy, stressing the need for dependable data in shaping future monetary policy.
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