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Fed's Powell: Fed patient and watching risks

While the economy is in a good place, the Federal Reserve is watching risks and will be patient on interest rates, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said on Friday. 

Key quotes (Reuters)

  • Signs of upward pressure on inflation 'muted'.
  • The recent rise in productivity leaves room for wages to increase without raising inflation concerns.
  • Urges policies to boost labor force participation, productivity.

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