The annual Jackson Hole Symposium is generating buzz this week as investors await signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve on potential policy changes. ANZ economist Shwetha Sunilkumar suggests that while Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a rate cut last year, he may be less forthcoming about this year’s move. She predicts Powell will potentially express greater optimism regarding future easing policies, but likely avoid committing to a specific timeline. This cautious stance arises from heightened inflation concerns, particularly following July’s strong service and producer price data. Regional Fed officials have become more reluctant in determining the timing of future rate cuts. Despite this uncertainty, many analysts still believe that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates at its September meeting.