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Jerome Powell And Congress Duel Over Housing | Hot Sheet 03/07/24

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Analyzing the Interconnection of Affordable Housing, Homelessness, and Inflation

The chapter delves into the relationship between affordable housing, homelessness, and inflation, questioning the impact of housing costs on inflation targets. Jerome Powell's methodology for calculating housing inflation is scrutinized, with discussions on the need for updated approaches and the influence of factors like supply, demand, and Federal Reserve policies. The debate between a Congresswoman and Powell on the effectiveness of interest rates in addressing housing inflation and the call for bipartisan initiatives to boost affordable housing construction are key highlights.

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