Hammack identified the primary danger as persistent price increases becoming ingrained in public expectations. She noted that while the labor market remains stable and economic growth is holding up, strong consumer demand and capital spending are contributing factors that could keep inflation high if policy is loosened too early.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Fed Hammack Warns High Demand Risks Embedding Inflation
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The Federal Reserve must keep its monetary policy restrictive until clear progress is made toward lowering prices, Governor Beth Hammack said. She warned that the central bank should maintain this tight stance to ensure that inflation does not remain elevated due to current economic pressures.
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