Fed’s Musalem keeps options open on September rate decision after backing July hike

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis President Alberto Musalem, who favored an interest-rate hike at the Federal Reserve’s July policy meeting, said his recommendation for next month’s meeting will depend on the data. Musalem said he still sees a greater risk that inflation will remain above target and argued that raising rates now could help the Fed avoid more aggressive action later. He said he wants to maintain an open mind at every meeting.

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