Jill on Money with Jill Schlesinger Is the Fed Ready to Cut Rates?
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Sep 16, 2025 The discussion dives into the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting, focusing on the potential for interest rate cuts. It weighs the likelihood of different cut sizes amid economic uncertainty and mixed job data. The podcast also tackles the challenging job market, highlighting cautious hiring practices and the significance of adaptability for job seekers. Additionally, it examines how fluctuating energy prices impact inflation, shedding light on the labor market's role in the economy's evolving landscape.
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Fed Preparing To Restart Cuts
- The Fed is poised to cut rates after pausing following prior cuts that totaled about 100 basis points last year.
- This restart signals a shift in monetary policy after a period of inaction driven by policy and geopolitical events.
The Fed's Two Conflicting Goals
- The Fed must balance two big priorities: sustaining job growth and keeping prices under control.
- Jill highlights the dilemma as job weakness combines with re-accelerating inflation, complicating policy choices.
Watch Labor Market, Not Just Headlines
- Don’t assume a recession; the economy is growing and widespread job losses are not evident.
- Monitor the labor market closely because slowing employment could reverse consumer affordability.