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Bloomberg Surveillance

Trump's Conviction and PCE Reaction

May 31, 2024
Economic experts Neil Dutta and Frances Donald discuss PCE data and inflation. Former Watergate prosecutor Nick Akerman talks legal implications for Trump. Harvard's Jason Furman shares insights on inflation and eco policy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Federal Reserve faces challenging trade-offs amid decreasing inflation forecasts, impacting economic outlook.
  • 2% inflation target by the Fed is a directional goal; PCE deflator crucial for comprehensive expenditure analysis.

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Neil Dutta's Views on Economic Outlook and Inflation

Neil Dutta shares his views on the American economic outlook, stating that the trade-offs for the Federal Reserve are becoming more challenging. He predicts that inflation is likely to decrease over the next few quarters. However, he suggests that if the Fed is hesitant to adjust policies in response to this declining inflation, it could impact the overall economic outlook, especially considering the moderation in wage growth observed recently.

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