Fed Chair Powell’s Upcoming Speech

WSJ’s Nick Timiraos anticipates key insights from Fed Chair Powell’s upcoming speech, with a focus on the changing balance of economic risks.

Shifting Economic Risks

Officials are increasingly concerned about evolving economic risks that could impact monetary policy decisions, indicating a more cautious approach as markets prepare for potential changes.

Market Speculation on Rate Cuts

Markets are looking towards October, considering it a likely timeframe for a rate cut, reflecting investor sentiment amid shifting economic conditions and policy expectations.