"Unraveling the Rent Conundrum: Impact on Interest Rates and Inflation"
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Despite earlier forecasts of interest rate cuts in 2024, soaring rent costs may force the Federal Reserve to keep rates higher for longer than expected. Shelter costs, including rent, have seen a significant increase, impacting overall inflation and potentially influencing the Fed's decision on rate cuts. While some experts believe other factors like labor market weakness will play a role, the impact of rent on inflation cannot be ignored. With concerns about rates not being cut and the possibility of rate hikes, the influence of rent costs on the Fed's decisions in 2024 is becoming increasingly significant.
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