Fed Officials Warn Inflation Signals 'Orange' Alert Amid Concerns
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- •Austan Goolsbee described inflation as flashing 'orange' or worse, indicating elevated risk levels.
- •Goolsbee highlighted the possibility of multiple inflation shocks occurring in succession.
- •Lisa Hammack, another Federal Reserve official, also signaled concerns about rising inflation pressures.
- •These comments were made publicly on April 6 and 7, 2026, reflecting recent Fed assessments.
- •Goolsbee's remarks suggest the Fed may maintain or increase interest rates to counter inflation.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Federal Reserve raises interest rates further U.S. borrowing costs would increase, potentially slowing consumer spending and business investment to reduce inflation.
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Rising inflation concerns increase expectations of higher interest rates, reducing bond prices.
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