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Institution: Powell's Continued Ambiguity Today Is Appropriate
Summary: Contrary to rumors, Peter Boockvar, Chief Investment Officer of One Point BFG Wealth Partners, stated that Federal Reserve Chairman Powell faces a challenging task as there are cracks in the labor market and prices remain well above his 2% sustainable target, while the financial environment remains unusually loose. With a considerable amount of time before ...
Contrary to rumors, Peter Boockvar, Chief Investment Officer of One Point BFG Wealth Partners, stated that Federal Reserve Chairman Powell faces a challenging task as there are cracks in the labor market and prices remain well above his 2% sustainable target, while the financial environment remains unusually loose.
With a considerable amount of time before the September meeting, Powell's continued ambiguity is advantageous for him.