21. And without saying so explicitly, he suggested that a continued run-up in the stock market could fuel excess demand and inflationary pressures. 22. Any indication that inflationary pressures are increasing will probably push rates higher, as investors speculate on when the central bank will finally pull the trigger. 23. Any inflationary pressure would be much less than from oil because these commodities are such a small portion of the factors that determine consumer prices. 24. As to whether interest rates in the U.K. have peaked or have yet some way to rise, Wanless said it was more a question of inflationary pressures. 25. As supply of foodstuff recovered in February and school fees remained stable, the inflationary pressures on prices were reduced, Abate said. 26. At the same time, if investors believe the Fed is taking a firm stand against inflationary pressures, long-term rates could move even lower. 27. At those levels, more inflationary pressure will be inevitable. 28. At the same time it was criticized by some politicians and business groups complaining there are few signs of inflationary pressures that typically cause the Fed to act. 29. At the same time, however, inflationary pressures are clearly building. 30. Attesting to a lack of inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy was the decision last week by Federal Reserve policymakers to leave the overnight lending rate between banks unchanged. |
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