Chuck Lieberman on Yahoo Finance: Inflation, Fed Policy, and the Case for a Rate Hike
Dr. Charles Lieberman joined Yahoo Finance to discuss the Federal Reserve’s next policy decision, the latest inflation backdrop, and why the upcoming inflation report could carry significant weight for policymakers. Lieberman noted that while inflation appears to be moving in the right direction, progress remains slow and the Fed faces a closely divided decision over whether another rate increase is warranted.
Recorded: September 7, 2026
Key Takeaways
Inflation is easing, but progress remains slow: Lieberman said the data suggest some downward movement in inflation, though the pace of improvement may not be fast enough to satisfy policymakers.
The Fed faces a closely divided policy decision: With arguments supporting both patience and additional tightening, Lieberman expects the decision on rates could come down to a close vote.
A quarter-point hike could reinforce the Fed’s inflation commitment: Lieberman argued that another rate increase could signal to markets that the Federal Reserve remains serious about bringing inflation back down.