Economic Challenges: The Federal Reserve's Dilemma in Times of Uncertainty
In a context filled with economic uncertainties, there are pressures for the Federal Reserve (Fed) to lower interest rates. With the next meeting scheduled for May 7, the expectation is that the Fed will keep the rate unchanged, a level that has remained since December. The U.S. economy presents a confusing scenario: GDP recorded a decline in the first quarter, while high tariffs imposed on imports from China, a strategy from Trump, are increasing product costs and raising fears of an imminent recession. Under the leadership of Jerome Powell, the Fed adopts a cautious stance, prioritizing the assessment of the effects of economic policies.If you liked it, click 'like!