Goldman's top economist says the Fed's opaque new communication style will stir up market 'cacophony'

Business Insider | 21-08-2026 11:05am |

Goldman Sachs' chief economist Jan Hatzius warns that the Federal Reserve's new opaque communication style could lead to increased market volatility. The Fed, under Chair Kevin Warsh, has withheld forward-looking guidance, which may cause investors to react unpredictably. Hatzius suggests that if central bankers continue speaking about rates outside Fed meetings, volatility could worsen. This shift marks a departure from previous communication strategies.

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