Lacker surprised by Fed's approach amid persistent inflation
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[Federal Reserve System Fed of USA chairman press conference concept. Tribune with symbol and flag of FRS and United States.] Bet_Noire Former Richmond Fed President Jeffrey Lacker expressed surprise at the Federal Reserve's measured approach to persistent inflation, telling…
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- 01Former Richmond Fed President Lacker expected stronger action by now.
- 02Inflation has remained around 3% to 3.5% for an extended period.
- 03Two FOMC officials dissented in favor of a quarter-point rate hike.