How a tiny town hit by Helene could upend the global semiconductor chip industry
As the Federal Reserve prepares its final interest rate decision in 2023, it is likely that conditions in the financial markets, economic data, and other relevant factors will be closely scrutinized. The Fed’s interest rate decision will likely be based on a variety of macroeconomic factors, such as inflation, employment, GDP growth, and trade. Depending on what these indicators suggest, the Fed could decide to either raise, lower, or keep the interest rate unchanged. Furthermore, the Fed may also consider the overall outlook and projections for the U.S. economy in its upcoming decision. Markets may react accordingly depending on the Fed’s decision, and investors may adjust their portfolios accordingly in anticipation of the decision as well.