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Fed's Barr warns rate hike possible if inflation stalls
Fed Governor Michael Barr signaled a September rate hike remains on the table if inflation fails to cool toward the 2% target, but he could opt for more time if data show progress. With inflation stuck above target for years, Barr warned that persistent price pressures could force decisive action while a convincing moderation would allow a cautious stance.
Finance · 140 sources · Sep 9, 2026Read itThe journal
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About Michael Barr
Michael Barr is an American mathematician who is the Peter Redpath Emeritus Professor of Pure Mathematics at McGill University.
Everything about Michael Barr →- Occupation
- mathematician, computer scientist, engineer, university teacher
- Citizenship
- Canada
- Born
- January 22, 1937, 1937