Who wrote this article?

Aakash Agarwal, Capitalmind's research team.

What does the "The Current Economic Situation" section say?

Latest labour market report was disappointing

What does the "The Economic Outlook" section say?

Recent data on retail sales and motor vehicle sales point to a significant step-up in consumer spending and GDP growth this quarter. Expect the economic expansion to continue, with the labor market improving further and GDP growing moderately.

What does the "Some Important Uncertainties" section say?

Weak investment performance in recent months is concerning, and Friday's employment report provides another reminder that the question is still relevant. Uncertainty in the economic situation abroad - China faces considerable challenges in rebalancing its economy toward domestic demand and consumption. Another development that could shift investor sentiment is the upcoming referendum in the United Kingdom. A U.K. vote to exit the European Union could have significant economic repercussions. Outlook for productivity growth - productivity growth is the key determinant of improvements in living standards, supporting higher pay for workers without increased costs for employers. Recent weak productivity growth likely helps account for the disappointing pace of wage gains during this economic expansion. How quickly inflation will move back to 2%? - as long as oil prices do not resume their earlier declines and the dollar does not rise substantially further, inflation will move up to 2% over the next one to two years

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen's speech excerpt

7 Jun 2016Aakash Agarwal2 min read

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What is "Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen's speech excerpt" about?
What category is this article in?: General
Who wrote this article?: Aakash Agarwal, Capitalmind's research team.
When was this article published?: Published 7 June 2016.
How long does this article take to read?: 2 min read
What topics does this article cover?: Federal Reserve, FOMC
What does the "Current Conditions and the Outlook for the U.S. Economy" section say?: Recent developments have been mixed Economy has registered considerable progress toward the goal of maximum employment and price stability News from the labour market has been good and recent signs of a slowdown in job creation bear close watching Gradual increases in the federal funds rate only if incoming data are consistent with labour market conditions strengthening and inflation making progress toward the 2% objective. Inevitable uncertainty surrounding the outlook for the economy:
What does the "The Current Economic Situation" section say?: Latest labour market report was disappointing
What does the "The Economic Outlook" section say?: Recent data on retail sales and motor vehicle sales point to a significant step-up in consumer spending and GDP growth this quarter. Expect the economic expansion to continue, with the labor market improving further and GDP growing moderately.
What does the "Some Important Uncertainties" section say?: Weak investment performance in recent months is concerning, and Friday's employment report provides another reminder that the question is still relevant. Uncertainty in the economic situation abroad - China faces considerable challenges in rebalancing its economy toward domestic demand and consumption. Another development that could shift investor sentiment is the upcoming referendum in the United Kingdom. A U.K. vote to exit the European Union could have significant economic repercussions. Outlook for productivity growth - productivity growth is the key determinant of improvements in living standards, supporting higher pay for workers without increased costs for employers. Recent weak productivity growth likely helps account for the disappointing pace of wage gains during this economic expansion. How quickly inflation will move back to 2%? - as long as oil prices do not resume their earlier declines and the dollar does not rise substantially further, inflation will move up to 2% over the next one to two years
What does the "Conclusion" section say?: Further gradual increases in the federal funds rate will probably be appropriate to best promote the FOMC's goals of maximum employment and price stability. What is certain is that monetary policy is not on a preset course, and that the Committee will respond to new data and reassess risks.

Here is a short excerpt of the Speech given by Janet L. Yellen - Chair of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System at the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (complete speech here)

US Fed Reserve

Current Conditions and the Outlook for the U.S. Economy

Recent developments have been mixed
Economy has registered considerable progress toward the goal of maximum employment and price stability
News from the labour market has been good and recent signs of a slowdown in job creation bear close watching
Gradual increases in the federal funds rate only if incoming data are consistent with labour market conditions strengthening and inflation making progress toward the 2% objective.
Inevitable uncertainty surrounding the outlook for the economy:

Economic situation in Europe or China

S. productivity growth pick up

Rise in Oil Prices

The Current Economic Situation

Latest labour market report was disappointing

Payroll gains reported were much smaller in April and May than earlier in the year

Fewer people reported that they were actively seeking work

Number of people filing new claims for unemployment insurance remains quite low

Public’s perceptions of the health of the labor market remain positive.

The Economic Outlook

Recent data on retail sales and motor vehicle sales point to a significant step-up in consumer spending and GDP growth this quarter.
Expect the economic expansion to continue, with the labor market improving further and GDP growing moderately.

Some Important Uncertainties

Weak investment performance in recent months is concerning, and Friday’s employment report provides another reminder that the question is still relevant.
Uncertainty in the economic situation abroad - China faces considerable challenges in rebalancing its economy toward domestic demand and consumption. Another development that could shift investor sentiment is the upcoming referendum in the United Kingdom. A U.K. vote to exit the European Union could have significant economic repercussions.
Outlook for productivity growth - productivity growth is the key determinant of improvements in living standards, supporting higher pay for workers without increased costs for employers. Recent weak productivity growth likely helps account for the disappointing pace of wage gains during this economic expansion.
How quickly inflation will move back to 2%? - as long as oil prices do not resume their earlier declines and the dollar does not rise substantially further, inflation will move up to 2% over the next one to two years

Conclusion

Further gradual increases in the federal funds rate will probably be appropriate to best promote the FOMC’s goals of maximum employment and price stability. What is certain is that monetary policy is not on a preset course, and that the Committee will respond to new data and reassess risks.