š¢ Summary of Jerome Powell's press conference (FOMC ā July 2025):
Powell warns that inflation remains high, and tariffs could further intensify it.
⢠Inflation continues above the 2% target.
⢠Recent data shows a slowdown in economic growth.
⢠Tariffs are already impacting some consumer prices.
⢠The inflationary effect of tariffs is expected to increase in the coming months.
⢠No decision has been made yet regarding the September meeting.
⢠The unemployment rate is the key indicator to watch.
⢠The Fed will receive two crucial reports (employment + inflation) before the next meeting.
⢠Traders no longer expect with certainty a rate cut in October.
⢠"We are only at the beginning of tariff-induced inflation," said Powell.