Powell indicates conditions 'may warrant' interest rate cuts as Fed proceeds 'carefully'
1. Powell signals uncertainty affects future interest rate cuts. Economic risks from tariffs remain. 2. Stocks rose significantly after Powell's speech indicating potential rate cuts. Treasury yields fell. 3. The current unemployment rate is low, allowing careful policy adjustments. Inflation risks have increased. 4. Fed remains committed to independence amidst political pressures for lower rates. Market awaits upcoming meetings. 5. Tariff impacts may be short-lived, but uncertainties make future guidance complex. Recent inflation hits 40-year highs.