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Fed May Cut Meetings to Boost Market Independence | Charleston News
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is pushing for a bold shift: fewer interest rate meetings and press conferences, arguing that markets have become too reliant on Fed signals rather than real economic data. With the Fed currently holding eight meetings annually since 1981, Warsh believes scaling back could force investors to focus more on actual indicators — though critics warn it might increase volatility during downturns. This move marks a departure from post-2008 transparency norms, aiming to restore market independence — but at what cost to stability? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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