Intro: Fed Announces Itself Open For Compromise
The Fed Is Expected To Cut Rates 25 Basis Points, Which Is Economist-Speak For “We Will Try This.” (Yes, 4%–4.25%.) Fox Business
Jobs Numbers Throw A Costume Party
With Only 22,000 Jobs Added In August, The Labor Market RSVP’d “Maybe.” The Fed Checked The Headcount Twice And Decided To Try The Discount Bin Of Policy.
Inflation Keeps Showing Up To Meetings
PCE And CPI Strolled Back Up Like That One Relative At Reunions — “I’m Fine!” — So Powell Said, Alright, We’ll Lower A Little, But Someone Fold The Tariff Receipts.
Politics Enters The Chat
After Intense “Have You Tried Turning The Rates Down?” Messaging From The White House, Officials Released A Carefully Worded Nod And A Polite Press Release That Smiled Aggressively.
Conclusion: Victory Lap With A Caveat
Rates Dip, Markets Cheer, And Politicos Claim Credit — A Triumphant Moment For Growth And For Anyone Who Prefers Lower Interest Payments. Long Live The Economy, And Long Live Winning.
