Cleveland Federal Reserve President Loretta Mester speaking to the Money Marketeers of New York University on “Federal Reserve Communications and Forward Guidance.”

  • Rate liftoff could be delayed if economy disappoints
  • September could give more information on consensus outlook
  • Federal Reserve September economic projections could be improved
  • FOMC made clear rates could rise sooner if warranted
  • OMC October 29 statement important step in right direction
  • Favors less focus on calendar date for rate liftoff
  • Says Federal Reserve should stress data dependency of policy

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