Why Fed's June Rate Move Is Increasingly Unlikely

The transcript discusses the potential for a Federal Reserve rate move in June, considering factors like Brexit and economic indicators. It highlights the Fed's increased focus on global conditions, such as China's impact, and the need for more domestic economic data before making decisions. The Fed's future actions may be influenced by upcoming events, with possible rate changes in July or September.

What is one reason the Federal Reserve might not move rates in June?

• Strong labor market data

• High inflation rates

• Stable global conditions

• Concerns about Brexit

How has the Federal Reserve's focus shifted in recent times?

• From employment to inflation data

• From domestic to global data

• From inflation to employment data

• From global to domestic data

Which country's conditions were specifically mentioned as influencing the Federal Reserve's decisions?

• India

• China

• Russia

• Brazil

What is the Federal Reserve's strategy regarding rate changes after the June FOMC meeting?

• No change until next year

• Rate decrease

• Waiting to see post-June events

• Immediate rate increase

When might the Federal Reserve consider pulling the rate trigger after the June meeting?

• In September or November

• In August or October

• In July or September

• In June or August