Fed chair Jerome Powell, who sounded more hawkish than anticipated, has increased the interest rate forecast to 4.4% by the end of 2022. The indication is that 125 bps more rate hikes can be expected in the remaining two policy meetings scheduled this year.
Warsh’s gamble: A quieter Federal Reserve could mean volatile markets, higher rates
New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is significantly reducing the central bank’s communication, particularly “forward guidance” on interest rates. This move, aimed at making markets
June 20, 2026