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The Intelligence: Fed reckoning

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Resilience Amidst Tightening

This chapter explores the surprising strength of the American economy despite aggressive monetary policy tightening by the Federal Reserve. It delves into various factors contributing to this resilience, including pandemic buffers, low interest rates, and the U.S. being a major energy exporter. The discussion highlights the Federal Reserve's challenges in navigating inflation, employment, and economic uncertainties while managing interest rate decisions.

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