5月美国FOMC点评：美联储保持耐心直到硬数据出现信号

Group 1: Federal Reserve Policy - The Federal Reserve maintains current interest rates and continues quantitative tightening (QT) while awaiting hard data signals for potential adjustments[4] - Powell acknowledges high uncertainty in the current economy but believes data is robust enough to wait for hard data indications before considering rate changes[5] - The unemployment rate remains low, close to full employment, while inflation is declining but still above the 2% target[5] Group 2: Trade Policy and Economic Impact - Changes in Trump's tariff policy have led to increased uncertainty, but the overall trade framework remains unclear[5] - Higher-than-expected tariffs could lead to increased inflation and unemployment uncertainty, although no negative impacts have yet been observed in hard data[6] - The full impact of tariffs on the economy may not be evident until the end of Q2, with a significant turning point expected around that time[7] Group 3: Market Outlook - The short-term outlook for U.S. stocks has shifted from negative to neutral, while the long-term outlook has changed from bearish to cautiously neutral[7] - The probability of a recession in the U.S. this year is low without tariff policy changes, with the next two months being critical for assessing potential shifts[7] - Risks include unexpected overseas inflation and escalating trade tensions[7]