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Fed Governor Urges Three Rate Cuts Amid Economic Slowdown

8/10/2025

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Federal Reserve Gov. Michelle Bowman calls for three interest rate cuts this year due to labor market concerns.
She opposed the recent decision to keep rates at 4.25%-4.5%.
Economic growth is slowing, marked by modest consumer spending and reduced housing demand.
Payroll employment growth has significantly declined, reflecting a weakening labor market.
Bowman's remarks were delivered at the Kansas Bankers Association summit in Colorado Springs.

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Federal Reserve Gov. Michelle Bowman calls for three interest rate cuts this year due to labor market concerns.
She opposed the recent decision to keep rates at 4.25%-4.5%.
Economic growth is slowing, marked by modest consumer spending and reduced housing demand.
Payroll employment growth has significantly declined, reflecting a weakening labor market.
Bowman's remarks were delivered at the Kansas Bankers Association summit in Colorado Springs.