Inflation will move toward 2% target

Inflation will move toward 2% target, but risks to outlook are rising, says Fed's Musalem
The risks for higher inflation are on the rise, St. Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem said Monday.
Musalem Says Inflation Expectations Key If Fed’s Goals Conflict
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis President Alberto Musalem said that while he anticipates price growth to moderate toward the central bank’s 2% goal, it is vital for policymakers to keep inflation expectations in check.
Inflation to persist above 2% Fed goal into 2027 or later: NABE
Traders in interest-rate futures increased the odds that the Federal Reserve this month will continue its pause on easing borrowing costs.
Fed’s Musalem watching growth risks and rising inflation expectations as he urges 'patient approach' to rates
St. Louis Fed president Alberto Musalem said Monday that he is closely watching longer-term inflation expectations and downside risks to growth as he argues for maintaining a 'patient approach' to monetary policy.
Inflation, growth may be in conflict but Fed seen restarting cuts in June
New data may point to emerging tension between the U.S. Federal Reserve's dual inflation and employment goals, as price pressures remained sticky in January while consumer spending slowed more than expected.
Federal Reserve's Schmid emphasizes vigilance amid rising consumer inflation expectations
Surveys showing a rise in consumer inflation expectations mean the central bank needs to keep its focus on ensuring price pressures are contained.
St. Louis Fed's Musalem says Fed is in 'good place' on policy; he'll watch inflation expectations
The Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance remains in a "good place" to address risks to the Fed's dual mandate, Alberto Musalem, St. Louis Fed president, said on Monday. "I believe a patient policy approach now will help.
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Fed’s preferred inflation gauge cools slightly in January after heated data this month
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Inflation stays high around the US. Here's how it's impacting prices in the Mid-South
A new report shows personal consumption costs increased 0.3% nationally in January. Here's what it did in the Mid-South.