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Fed Governor Waller: In Certain Cases, It's Best Not to Use Forward Guidance at All

On July 6, Fed Governor Waller stated that forward guidance needs to be flexible. If it is not flexible enough, the guidance can become a hindrance. In certain cases, it is better not to use forward guidance at all.

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