Money

Red flags pop up in the American economy

Written by Teunis Felter

The Federal Reserve seems bent on raising interest rates at least twice more this year, yet the economic data increasingly do not support the central bank’s sudden gusto for tightening monetary policy. US economic growth slowed to its weakest pace in three years during the first quarter, while employment gains have also lost momentum. More importantly, the Fed has barely just reached the 2% inflation target it has been undershooting for most of the recovery — and some economists believe the figure is likely to slip again.

http://www.businessinsider.com/economic-data-should-make-the-fed-stop-raising-interest-rates-2017-5

About the author

Teunis Felter

Teunis Felter has over 20 years experience as an author, editor, and scientist. When not exploring outside, he enjoys reading history, researching genealogy, and civilly discussing politics.