Group 1 - The Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates for the third consecutive time, indicating a cautious approach to economic conditions despite mixed signals from various economic indicators [1][3][5] - Economic data shows a contradiction, with a rise in unemployment to 4.2% and a slight decline in GDP, yet the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) remains around 50, suggesting stability in the economy [1][3] - Inflation remains a critical factor, with the current inflation rate exceeding 4% and projections indicating it could rise above 6% due to tariffs, leading the Federal Reserve to be more cautious about rate cuts [3][5] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve aims to maintain its policy independence and credibility, especially in light of external pressures from political figures, which could undermine its authority if it were to change its decisions based on such pressures [3][5] - The recent fluctuations in the dollar, including a drop from 108 to 99, have raised concerns about capital flight from the U.S. market to emerging markets, which could impact liquidity in the U.S. [5][6] - The decision not to cut rates could have complex implications for global liquidity and trade dynamics, particularly in the context of ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations [6]
美联储连续三次利率不变,背后是四个方面的考虑,对中国影响不小
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-05-11 18:02