The current rate could be enough to knock inflation rates to the bank’s target of 2%, according to the report.
The federal funds target rate has been 5.25% to 5.5% since last summer after 11 increases beginning in March 2022.
Additionally, two gauges of consumer confidence show that Americans are feeling more upbeat about the economy.
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