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6 June 2026 00:06  |

Strong NFP, Hammack Opens Up Options for Further Action

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Friday (June 5) that it still makes sense for the Fed to hold interest rates for the time being, but she warned that if recent economic trends continue, policymakers may need to act quickly to address persistently high inflation.

In a LinkedIn post following the release of the latest US employment data, Hammack assessed that current labor market conditions still support a "wait-and-see" approach. However, she emphasized that inflation risks remain a major concern, leaving policy room open if price pressures persist.

These hawkish comments added support to the US dollar, which had already strengthened thanks to a stronger-than-expected Nonfarm Payrolls report. The market interpreted Hammack's message as a signal that "holding rates" does not mean safe—and that further tightening could emerge if inflation persists. (Arl)

Source: Newsmaker.id

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