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ECONOMY • UNITED STATES

Fed governor Waller says a half-point December rate hike could be considered

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Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller says he is leaning toward a rate increase in December and could support a larger, half-point move depending on inflation data. Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan separately called for at least two more quarter-point increases.

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Why it matters

Higher interest rates can raise borrowing costs for households and businesses and affect financial markets. The scale and timing of any increase remain undecided.

What happens next

Waller said his position depends on economic data; the articles do not report a final Federal Reserve decision. Policymakers are due to consider rates in December.

Inflation data available before the December meeting

Whether Waller and other policymakers continue to favor a December increase

The Fed’s decision on the size and timing of any rate move