Inflation data reinforces need for Fed to hike by 100 bps, says former Trump economist

Joe Lavorgna, SMBC Americas managing director and chief economist, discussed the case for higher rates in a Fast Money appearance. The commentary is centered on monetary policy and interest-rate direction, with an implied hawkish stance rather than a discrete market-moving event. No specific economic data, policy action, or magnitude was cited.

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Joe Lavorgna, SMBC Americas managing director and chief economist, discussed the case for higher rates in a Fast Money appearance. The commentary is centered on monetary policy and interest-rate direction, with an implied hawkish stance rather than a discrete market-moving event. No specific economic data, policy action, or magnitude was cited.