Have said many times, The Fed is reactive not pro-active." But 2 years ago or so I said they need to rip off the bandaid.
This is a gas.
1. Nov. 1: Getting inflation to 2% "has a long way to go"
2. Nov. 21: "No indication of rate cuts at last meeting"
3. Dec. 1: Talks about rate cuts are "premature"
4. Dec. 1: "We are prepared to tighten policy further" if needed
5. Dec. 13: Rates have peaked, 3 rate cuts coming in 2024
6. Dec. 15: Fed "isn't really talking about rate cuts"
Never argue with stupid people. They'll drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.