National Association for Business Economics

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Last mentioned: Feb 23, 2026

Timeline

  1. Rate Decision Announcement

    The Fed will announce whether it will cut, hold, or raise interest rates based on the data discussed by Waller.

  2. FOMC Meeting Begins

    The Federal Open Market Committee starts its two-day policy meeting to determine interest rates.

  3. February Jobs Report

    Expected release of key employment data that Waller identified as the primary decision catalyst.

  4. Waller Policy Signal

    Governor Waller links the March rate decision to labor market performance during a speech in Washington.

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Fed’s Waller Ties March Rate Decision to Imminent Labor Market Data

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that his support for an interest-rate cut at the March 17-18 meeting depends entirely on upcoming employment data. Speaking at a National Association for Business Economics event, Waller signaled a shift toward balancing the Fed's dual mandate as inflation risks stabilize.

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