Softer Inflation, Good For Markets, Bad For USD

Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Mizuho Bank

Morning Run · Market Watch · 11 Aug 2022 · 07:00 am · 11 mins listen

US headline inflation came in at 8.5% which was lower than expected. Markets rallied while US dollar depreciated. We ask Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy at Mizuho Bank if peak inflation has been reached and how will the Fed react at September's FOMC meeting.

Produced by:

Michael Gong

Presented by:

Wong Shou Ning

Categories:

economy,markets

Tags:

us headline inflation,dollar weakening,semiconductor sector

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