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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signals hawkish shift at Jackson Hole

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh delivered a hawkish speech at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, signaling that the central bank remains focused on returning inflation to its 2% target. Warsh indicated that current economic conditions, including robust capital expenditures and a healthy labor market, do not necessarily necessitate immediate easing, and he expressed a desire to move away from traditional forward guidance to allow for more data-driven decision-making.

Following the remarks, market sentiment shifted significantly. The probability of a rate hike at the September meeting rose to approximately 66%, up from previous estimates. This hawkish tone also impacted the bond and currency markets, with long-term Treasury yields rising and the US dollar strengthening. Additionally, Governor Michael Barr reinforced this stance, stating the Fed should act decisively to raise rates if inflation does not moderate sufficiently.

Beyond interest rate policy, the Fed is monitoring the economic impact of artificial intelligence. Warsh noted that while AI spending is growing—with AI token sales surpassing $100 billion—its ultimate effect on productivity and inflation remains to be seen. The central bank is also tracking how AI-related infrastructure costs, such as data center construction, may influence current price pressures.

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Bureau of Economic Analysis · Chicago Mercantile Exchange · Donald Trump · FOMC · Federal Open Market Committee · Federal Reserve · G20 · Jackson Hole · Jackson Hole Economic Symposium · Kevin Warsh · Michael Barr · Mohamed El-Erian

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August 28, 2026 [latinalista.com]