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MajorProblem50 t1_iug1pag wrote

Reply to comment by wishtrepreneur in Let’s reflect on Jpows rate hikes up until now. by LessTalkMoreRock1

Inflation will also force people to spend less.

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wishtrepreneur t1_iugs1mc wrote

So why cause recession with rate hikes if they want people to spend less?

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MajorProblem50 t1_iuj70uc wrote

It's the only thing the fed can do. Rate hike is good for the rich. The job economy is too stron. We want cheaper labor and cheaper stuff and it's the big advantage for the rich. Cheaper stuff doesn't matter for any of us if we're going to end up at the soup kitchen and wendy's dumpster.

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