Fed Interest Rate Decision: Will the Rich Get Richer Again?
The Fed Interest Rate Decision
The Federal Reserve System, also known as the Fed, is set to announce its interest rate decision today at 11 am Pacific Standard Time (PST). This announcement comes at a time when the banking industry has been shaken by significant bank runs, with SVB being among the banks wiped out. All eyes are on the Fed to see what steps they will take to stabilize the economy and restore confidence in the banking system.
Bank Runs and Billionaires’ Pleas
In the aftermath of the bank runs, millionaires and billionaires are calling for the Fed to cut interest rates. They argue that their income is derived from loans against assets, and they do not care about inflation because it affects the common man, not the filthy rich. In other words, they want to protect their wealth, even if it means hurting the rest of the population.
Inflation: The Rich Get Richer, The Poor Get Poorer
Inflation has been running wild, reaching levels we haven’t seen in 40 years. This is yet another example of how the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer. The wealthy have assets that appreciate in value during inflation, while the poor struggle to make ends meet as the cost of living increases. The Fed’s decision will determine who benefits from the inflation and who suffers.
Is the Fed Listening to the Common Man?
The big question is, is the Fed listening to the common man? Or will they cave in to the demands of the rich and cut interest rates, further exacerbating the gap between the haves and the have-nots? The Fed’s role is to promote maximum employment and stable prices, but it remains to be seen if they will prioritize the interests of the majority or the minority.