Miran Says Current Fed Policy Poses Risks to Labor Market

Monetary Policy Stance - The analysis suggests the appropriate Fed funds rate is in the mid 2% area, almost two percentage points lower than current policy [1] - Monetary policy is considered well into restrictive territory [3] - Short term interest rates are roughly two percentage points too tight [3] Risks and Mandates - Leading policy restrictive by such a large degree brings significant risks for the Fed's employment mandate [2] - The Federal Reserve has the goal of promoting price stability [1] - The commitment is to bring inflation sustainably back to 2% [2] Economic Outlook - Overly tight policy risks unnecessary layoffs and higher unemployment [3]