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Central BanksMedium•18 February 2026•

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Goolsbee Signals Potential for Further Rate Cuts Amid Transitory Inflation Hopes

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Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee indicated that the Federal Reserve could implement several more interest rate cuts if inflation continues its downward trend. Speaking to CNBC, Goolsbee emphasized that the future path of monetary policy remains dependent on whether recent price pressures prove to be transitory. The Fed official also discussed the broader state of the U.S. economy and the evolving outlook for interest rates. Additionally, Goolsbee commented on the nomination of Kevin Warsh for the Fed Chair position, a move closely watched by market participants. This dovish stance suggests a strategic balance between fostering economic growth and maintaining the fight against inflation. Market analysts expect these comments to weigh on the U.S. Dollar (DXY) while providing a potential boost to gold prices and equity markets.