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Columbia Business School Dean Emeritus Glenn Hubbard appeared on Bloomberg TV’s Wall Street Week to discuss the Federal Reserve’s recent interest-rate cut, the rationale behind the decision, and its potential economic consequences. Hubbard explained that while the Fed aimed to support growth amid economic uncertainty, the case for cutting rates was not clear-cut given ongoing inflation risks and mixed economic signals. He emphasized that premature easing could complicate the Fed’s credibility and long-term inflation management, underscoring the delicate balance policymakers face when responding to shifting macroeconomic conditions.
