https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/another-fed-leader-suggests-next-rate-increase-can-waitContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/another-fed-leader-suggests-next-rate-increase-can-waithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/another-fed-leader-suggests-next-rate-increase-can-wait#u103484Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:13:24 +0000Federal Reserve Vice Chair Jefferson indicates the central bank will likely keep interest rates on hold in October, suggesting the Fed needs more time to assess its next move. While Jefferson warns that inflation remains high and expects it to be elevated in the short run before returning to the 2% goal, he signals a pause in rate increases. This shift comes as Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh avoids providing clear signals to investors, leaving deputies to communicate the bank's current leaning against an October hike.Why it mattersThe Federal Reserve is balancing the need to curb persistent inf