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Bank Turmoil: What Does It Mean for Fed Policy?
Markets have been rattled by recent turmoil in the banking sector. Bank stocks have fallen sharply and overall market volatility has spiked. However, the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve have moved swiftly to address potential risks to the financial system. While it's too soon to tell how long volatility will last, we view the steps taken so far as positive. We also believe the turmoil will relieve some pressure on the Federal Reserve, possibly leading to a pause or slowing in its current rate-hike cycle. Below we'll discuss the potential impact on Fed policy, followed by an overview of the "backstops" the ... (full story)