Fed discount rate minutes: Three regional banks sought no hike

Highlights of the discount rate minutes

  • 10 banks voted to hike
  • 3 banks voted not to hike
  • Regional directors noted tight labor markets, higher wages
  • Some officials uncertain about tax cuts
  • Saw mostly solid economic conditions

The three dissents were very soft. There were no dissents at the FOMC meeting.

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