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Swonk: Fed Independence, Inflation Key for Jackson Hole

Bloomberg Technology Friday 21 August 2026, 20:51 UTC 1 min read
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Diane Swonk, KPMG Chief Economist, discusses expectations for the upcoming Federal Reserve speech at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. The speech is traditionally technical and focused on internal task forces, but markets are seeking clearer guidance on inflation and monetary policy. She speaks with Romaine Bostick & Sally Bakewell on "The Close."

Diane Swonk, KPMG Chief Economist, discusses expectations for the upcoming Federal Reserve speech at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. The speech is traditionally technical and focused on internal task forces, but markets are seeking clearer guidance on inflation and monetary policy. She speaks with Romaine Bostick & Sally Bakewell on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
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