Jim Bullard's Video Interviews and Appearances
February 22, 2023. Bullard Discusses Disinflation, Rate Increases and Economic Resilience on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed disinflation, the federal funds rate and the resilience of the U.S. economy.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed disinflation, the federal funds rate and the resilience of the U.S. economy.
January 18, 2023. Bullard Talks about Policy Rate and “Soft Landing” Prospects with Wall Street Journal
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed his expectations for the policy rate and inflation and the prospects for a “soft landing” for the U.S. economy in a live interview with the Wall Street Journal.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed his expectations for the policy rate and inflation and the prospects for a “soft landing” for the U.S. economy in a live interview with the Wall Street Journal.
November 28, 2022. Bullard Discusses Interest Rates and Containing Inflation with MarketWatch
In an interview with MarketWatch during a Barron’s Live event, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked about the level of the policy rate needed to put downward pressure on inflation.
In an interview with MarketWatch during a Barron’s Live event, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked about the level of the policy rate needed to put downward pressure on inflation.
October 19, 2022.
2022 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Eswar Prasad.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Eswar Prasad.
October 19, 2022.
Bullard Discusses Policy Rate Needed to Lower Inflation with Bloomberg TV
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the policy rate needed to get inflation down during an Oct. 19 interview on Bloomberg TV. He gave the interview at the St. Louis Fed ahead of the annual Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the policy rate needed to get inflation down during an Oct. 19 interview on Bloomberg TV. He gave the interview at the St. Louis Fed ahead of the annual Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
August 26, 2022.
Bullard Discusses Raising Fed Funds Rate to Lower Inflation with Bloomberg TV
In an interview with Bloomberg TV, St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the need to continue raising interest rates to put downward pressure on inflation.
In an interview with Bloomberg TV, St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the need to continue raising interest rates to put downward pressure on inflation.
August 25, 2022.
Bullard Discusses the Fed Funds Rate and Inflation on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard spoke about the timing of fed funds rate increases and getting inflation moving in the right direction during a CNBC interview.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard spoke about the timing of fed funds rate increases and getting inflation moving in the right direction during a CNBC interview.
August 3, 2022.
Bullard Discusses Inflation, Rate Increases and Economic Growth on CNBC
During an appearance on CNBC, St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard offered his perspective on inflation, the federal funds rate and the U.S. economy.
During an appearance on CNBC, St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard offered his perspective on inflation, the federal funds rate and the U.S. economy.
May 20, 2022.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Inflation, U.S. Economy Growth
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard talked about the importance of raising rates to control inflation and discussed his expectations for U.S. economic growth. He spoke during an interview with Fox Business from the St. Louis Fed’s Economy Museum.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard talked about the importance of raising rates to control inflation and discussed his expectations for U.S. economic growth. He spoke during an interview with Fox Business from the St. Louis Fed’s Economy Museum.
May 11, 2022.
Bullard Discusses Inflation and His Views on the Policy Rate with Yahoo Finance
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on the latest inflation data and Fed action needed to put downward pressure on inflation. During an interview with Yahoo Finance, he also said that the probability of a U.S. recession is not particularly elevated at this time.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on the latest inflation data and Fed action needed to put downward pressure on inflation. During an interview with Yahoo Finance, he also said that the probability of a U.S. recession is not particularly elevated at this time.
March 22, 2022.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Raising Rates, Balance Sheet Runoff
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard talked about the removal of monetary policy accommodation to keep inflation under control and his expectations for the U.S. economy during an interview on Bloomberg Surveillance. The interview was live from the St. Louis Fed’s Economy Museum.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard talked about the removal of monetary policy accommodation to keep inflation under control and his expectations for the U.S. economy during an interview on Bloomberg Surveillance. The interview was live from the St. Louis Fed’s Economy Museum.
February 17, 2022.
Bullard Speaks with CNN International about U.S. Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the high inflation in the U.S. and shared his views on appropriate monetary policy during an interview on CNN International.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the high inflation in the U.S. and shared his views on appropriate monetary policy during an interview on CNN International.
February 14, 2022.
Bullard Discusses Inflation, Policy Rate with CNBC
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the upside surprise on inflation and his views on raising the target range for the federal funds rate during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed the upside surprise on inflation and his views on raising the target range for the federal funds rate during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box.
November 16, 2021.
Bullard Discusses Inflation and U.S. Monetary Policy with Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on U.S. monetary policy and managing the inflation risk during an interview on Bloomberg Surveillance.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on U.S. monetary policy and managing the inflation risk during an interview on Bloomberg Surveillance.
November 10, 2021.
Bullard Discusses U.S. Monetary Policy with CNBC
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed inflation, the tapering of the Fed’s asset purchases, and his projections for the policy rate in 2022 during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe. The interview was recorded Nov. 9.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed inflation, the tapering of the Fed’s asset purchases, and his projections for the policy rate in 2022 during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe. The interview was recorded Nov. 9.
November 8, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Economic Growth, Jobs and Interest Rates
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked about economic growth, the labor market, the tapering of the Fed’s asset purchases and his interest rate expectations during a Fox Business interview.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked about economic growth, the labor market, the tapering of the Fed’s asset purchases and his interest rate expectations during a Fox Business interview.
October 18, 2021.
Bullard Discusses the Economy and Inflation in Central Banking Journal Interview
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed various aspects of the U.S. economy and monetary policy during an Oct. 8 interview with Central Banking Journal.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard discussed various aspects of the U.S. economy and monetary policy during an Oct. 8 interview with Central Banking Journal.
October 12, 2021.
Bullard Discusses U.S. Monetary Policy, Inflation and Economic Growth with CNBC
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on tapering the Fed’s asset purchases, the U.S. economy and inflation during an interview on CNBC’s Closing Bell.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on tapering the Fed’s asset purchases, the U.S. economy and inflation during an interview on CNBC’s Closing Bell.
August 27, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about U.S. Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on tapering the Fed’s asset purchases and other aspects of monetary policy during an interview with Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on tapering the Fed’s asset purchases and other aspects of monetary policy during an interview with Fox Business.
August 27, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg TV about Tapering, Inflation
In an interview with Bloomberg TV, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that the Fed should start phasing out asset purchases and finish early next year to have more flexibility to address inflation if it is an issue in 2022.
In an interview with Bloomberg TV, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that the Fed should start phasing out asset purchases and finish early next year to have more flexibility to address inflation if it is an issue in 2022.
August 26, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Inflation, Tapering and U.S. Economy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed inflation, tapering the Fed’s asset purchases and his expectations for the U.S. economy during a CNBC interview.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed inflation, tapering the Fed’s asset purchases and his expectations for the U.S. economy during a CNBC interview.
August 4, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Washington Post about Inflation, Tapering
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave his perspective on the U.S. economy, inflation risks and tapering the Fed’s bond purchases, during an appearance on Washington Post Live.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave his perspective on the U.S. economy, inflation risks and tapering the Fed’s bond purchases, during an appearance on Washington Post Live.
July 15, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Tapering, Inflation, Economy’s Progress
In an interview on Bloomberg TV, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard spoke about tapering the Fed’s bond purchases, staying flexible to address inflation, and the growing economy.
In an interview on Bloomberg TV, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard spoke about tapering the Fed’s bond purchases, staying flexible to address inflation, and the growing economy.
July 1, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Inflation, Tapering, Housing Market
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the state of the U.S. economy, upside risks to inflation, the discussion on tapering the Fed’s bond purchases, and the booming housing market during an appearance on Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the state of the U.S. economy, upside risks to inflation, the discussion on tapering the Fed’s bond purchases, and the booming housing market during an appearance on Fox Business.
June 18, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Inflation, Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed expectations for U.S. economic growth and inflation and his views on U.S. monetary policy during an appearance on CNBC.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed expectations for U.S. economic growth and inflation and his views on U.S. monetary policy during an appearance on CNBC.
May 24, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Yahoo Finance about Inflation, Labor Markets
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for inflation in 2021 and 2022. He also discussed the labor market, wages, cryptocurrencies and other topics during an appearance on Yahoo Finance.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for inflation in 2021 and 2022. He also discussed the labor market, wages, cryptocurrencies and other topics during an appearance on Yahoo Finance.
May 11, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Inflation, the Labor Market and GDP Growth
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for inflation, the most recent jobs data and his assessment of GDP growth during an appearance on CNBC’s “Closing Bell.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for inflation, the most recent jobs data and his assessment of GDP growth during an appearance on CNBC’s “Closing Bell.”
April 12, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Inflation, Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for economic growth and inflation in 2021. He also discussed various aspects of U.S. monetary policy during an appearance on Bloomberg Radio and TV.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for economic growth and inflation in 2021. He also discussed various aspects of U.S. monetary policy during an appearance on Bloomberg Radio and TV.
April 1, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with CNN International about U.S. Economy, Inflation
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the U.S. economic outlook, the increase in the 10-year Treasury yield in recent months, and the prospect of higher inflation. He spoke during an interview on CNN International.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the U.S. economic outlook, the increase in the 10-year Treasury yield in recent months, and the prospect of higher inflation. He spoke during an interview on CNN International.
February 16, 2021.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Inflation, the Minimum Wage and Digital Currency
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed inflation, digital currency and a proposed increase in the federal minimum wage. He spoke during an appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed inflation, digital currency and a proposed increase in the federal minimum wage. He spoke during an appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.”
January 12, 2021.
Bullard Discusses Economy, Balance Sheet Policy, Fiscal Policy, Inflation with WSJ
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the U.S. economic outlook, monetary policy, fiscal policy and inflation during a Wall Street Journal Newsmakers Live Q&A.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the U.S. economic outlook, monetary policy, fiscal policy and inflation during a Wall Street Journal Newsmakers Live Q&A.
October 9, 2020.
Bullard Interviewed on Fox Business
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy, fiscal stimulus and other topics during an interview on “Barron’s Roundtable” on Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy, fiscal stimulus and other topics during an interview on “Barron’s Roundtable” on Fox Business.
September 21, 2020.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy and Inflation Outlook with Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the Federal Open Market Committee’s flexible average inflation targeting approach and why he thinks inflation may move higher in the near term. He spoke during an appearance on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Australia.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the Federal Open Market Committee’s flexible average inflation targeting approach and why he thinks inflation may move higher in the near term. He spoke during an appearance on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Australia.”
August 28, 2020.
Bullard Talks about Average Inflation Targeting and Economic Growth with CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the Federal Open Market Committee’s updated monetary policy framework and various aspects of the U.S. economy.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the Federal Open Market Committee’s updated monetary policy framework and various aspects of the U.S. economy.
August 27, 2020.
Bullard Discusses the Fed’s Monetary Policy Framework with Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the changes to the Fed’s monetary policy framework during an interview on “Bloomberg Markets.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the changes to the Fed’s monetary policy framework during an interview on “Bloomberg Markets.”
August 11, 2020.
Bullard Discusses Economy and Fed’s Response to COVID-19 in Central Banking Journal Interview
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on various aspects of the U.S. economy and the Fed’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in an interview with Central Banking Journal.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on various aspects of the U.S. economy and the Fed’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in an interview with Central Banking Journal.
July 8, 2020.
Bullard Discusses U.S. Economic Recovery, Unemployment during CNBC Interview
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said during an interview on CNBC’s Closing Bell that he’s still fairly optimistic in his base case about the U.S. recovery.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said during an interview on CNBC’s Closing Bell that he’s still fairly optimistic in his base case about the U.S. recovery.
June 23, 2020.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about the Fed’s Credibility and Economic Recovery
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for the U.S. economy in the second half of the year during a Bloomberg interview.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his expectations for the U.S. economy in the second half of the year during a Bloomberg interview.
May 26, 2020.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Reopening the Economy and His Economic Outlook
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on reopening the U.S. economy following the partial shutdown in response to the pandemic. He also discussed his outlook for U.S. economic growth and unemployment during an interview on Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on reopening the U.S. economy following the partial shutdown in response to the pandemic. He also discussed his outlook for U.S. economic growth and unemployment during an interview on Fox Business.
May 11, 2020.
Bullard Speaks with Yahoo Finance about Unemployment, GDP during Pandemic
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his outlook for unemployment and GDP during an interview with Yahoo Finance.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his outlook for unemployment and GDP during an interview with Yahoo Finance.
May 6, 2020.
Bullard Discusses Economic Impact of the Pandemic on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the economic goals during this shutdown period and his expectations for the economy once the initial shock is over. He spoke during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box program.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the economic goals during this shutdown period and his expectations for the economy once the initial shock is over. He spoke during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box program.
April 5, 2020.
Bullard Discusses Outlook for U.S. Unemployment on CBS
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his perspectives on the impact of the partial economic shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. He also talked about the recent fiscal relief package, which is intended to keep everybody whole during this period, during an interview on the CBS News program “Face the Nation.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his perspectives on the impact of the partial economic shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. He also talked about the recent fiscal relief package, which is intended to keep everybody whole during this period, during an interview on the CBS News program “Face the Nation.”
April 3, 2020.
Bullard Discusses Fed Actions and Fiscal Policy with The Atlantic
In discussing the policy response to the coronavirus pandemic, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the approach has been two-pronged.
In discussing the policy response to the coronavirus pandemic, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the approach has been two-pronged.
April 1, 2020.
St. Louis Fed President Bullard Talks about U.S. Economy on Fox Business
In an interview on Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed estimates for the unemployment rate in the second quarter of this year as well as other perspectives on the U.S. economy.
In an interview on Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed estimates for the unemployment rate in the second quarter of this year as well as other perspectives on the U.S. economy.
March 30, 2020.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Federal Reserve Lending Programs during Pandemic
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the programs that the Federal Reserve has put into effect to help restore market functioning during the coronavirus pandemic.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the programs that the Federal Reserve has put into effect to help restore market functioning during the coronavirus pandemic.
March 25, 2020.
Bullard Talks on CNBC about U.S. Economy during and after Pandemic Partial Shutdown
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked on CNBC’s Squawk Box program about the expected performance of the U.S. economy during and after the planned partial shutdown due to the coronavirus. “It’s an investment in public health,” Bullard said. “It’s not a recession as conventionally defined because this is an intentional move.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked on CNBC’s Squawk Box program about the expected performance of the U.S. economy during and after the planned partial shutdown due to the coronavirus. “It’s an investment in public health,” Bullard said. “It’s not a recession as conventionally defined because this is an intentional move.”
March 23, 2020.
Bullard Discusses Impact of COVID-19 on U.S. Economy in CNN International Interview
During an interview on CNN International, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed ways to keep people and businesses financially whole during the temporary shutdown of the U.S. economy due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
During an interview on CNN International, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed ways to keep people and businesses financially whole during the temporary shutdown of the U.S. economy due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
March 6, 2020.
Bullard Discusses U.S. Monetary Policy in Bloomberg Interview
During an interview on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas,” St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the FOMC’s reduction in the policy rate earlier this week and the downside risk to economic growth due to the new coronavirus.
During an interview on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas,” St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the FOMC’s reduction in the policy rate earlier this week and the downside risk to economic growth due to the new coronavirus.
March 4, 2020.
2020 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, John Cochrane.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, John Cochrane.
March 4, 2020.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Recent Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard spoke about recent monetary policy and the U.S. economic outlook during an interview with Bloomberg.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard spoke about recent monetary policy and the U.S. economic outlook during an interview with Bloomberg.
February 21, 2020.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about the U.S. Economy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economic outlook and the potential impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the U.S. economy with CNBC’s Squawk Box. Bullard also spoke about the Fed’s purchases of Treasury bills in recent months and the Eighth Federal Reserve District’s economy, among other topics.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economic outlook and the potential impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the U.S. economy with CNBC’s Squawk Box. Bullard also spoke about the Fed’s purchases of Treasury bills in recent months and the Eighth Federal Reserve District’s economy, among other topics.
October 15, 2019.
Bullard Discusses U.S. Monetary Policy on Bloomberg TV
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the U.S. economy is generally in good shape, but he emphasized that it faces some downside risk from trade uncertainty.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the U.S. economy is generally in good shape, but he emphasized that it faces some downside risk from trade uncertainty.
September 25, 2019.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about U.S. Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard explained why he preferred a larger policy rate cut at the Sept. 17-18 meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee than the majority of the FOMC did.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard explained why he preferred a larger policy rate cut at the Sept. 17-18 meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee than the majority of the FOMC did.
August 23, 2019.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about U.S. Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on U.S. monetary policy and insuring the U.S. economy against a global slowdown.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on U.S. monetary policy and insuring the U.S. economy against a global slowdown.
August 23, 2019.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about His Economic Outlook, Low Inflation
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his economic outlook and some downside risk going forward, including a global manufacturing contraction.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his economic outlook and some downside risk going forward, including a global manufacturing contraction.
August 15, 2019.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Yield Curve and Inflation on Fox Business
In an interview with Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy, monetary policy, yield curve inversion, financial market volatility, inflation and inflation expectations, and global uncertainty. He also discussed cryptocurrencies and nominal GDP targeting, among other topics.
In an interview with Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy, monetary policy, yield curve inversion, financial market volatility, inflation and inflation expectations, and global uncertainty. He also discussed cryptocurrencies and nominal GDP targeting, among other topics.
July 18, 2019.
Bullard Speaks about U.S. Monetary Policy on CNN International
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said a policy rate cut by the Federal Open Market Committee in July would help re-center inflation and inflation expectations around the Fed’s 2% inflation target. During an interview on CNN International, he also shared his views on the U.S. economy, the yield curve, the Phillips curve and the possible impact of trade uncertainty.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said a policy rate cut by the Federal Open Market Committee in July would help re-center inflation and inflation expectations around the Fed’s 2% inflation target. During an interview on CNN International, he also shared his views on the U.S. economy, the yield curve, the Phillips curve and the possible impact of trade uncertainty.
July 10, 2019.
Moderated Q&A: OMFIF Foundation Main Meeting
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard addressed questions on monetary policy and the U.S. economy during a moderated conversation at the OMFIF Foundation Main Meeting in St. Louis.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard addressed questions on monetary policy and the U.S. economy during a moderated conversation at the OMFIF Foundation Main Meeting in St. Louis.
June 25, 2019.
2019 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Dr. Carmen Reinhart.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Dr. Carmen Reinhart.
June 25, 2019.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Inflation, U.S. Growth on Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his dissenting vote at the FOMC’s June meeting and why he preferred a 25 basis point cut in the Fed’s policy rate instead of no change. During his interview with Bloomberg, he also shared his views on the U.S. economic outlook, low inflation and inflation expectations, the Fed’s monetary policy framework review, the yield curve, productivity growth, the global economy and other topics.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his dissenting vote at the FOMC’s June meeting and why he preferred a 25 basis point cut in the Fed’s policy rate instead of no change. During his interview with Bloomberg, he also shared his views on the U.S. economic outlook, low inflation and inflation expectations, the Fed’s monetary policy framework review, the yield curve, productivity growth, the global economy and other topics.
May 21, 2019.
Bullard Discusses Low Inflation and U.S. Monetary Policy with Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on inflation, interest rates, trade and the Fed’s normalization program during an interview with Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia in Hong Kong.
St. Louis Fed President Jim Bullard shared his views on inflation, interest rates, trade and the Fed’s normalization program during an interview with Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia in Hong Kong.
May 3, 2019.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Inflation, GDP Outlook on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on U.S. monetary policy, inflation and inflation expectations, the latest jobs report, his outlook for GDP growth in 2019, and the Fed’s dual mandate during an interview with CNBC.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on U.S. monetary policy, inflation and inflation expectations, the latest jobs report, his outlook for GDP growth in 2019, and the Fed’s dual mandate during an interview with CNBC.
April 17, 2019.
President Bullard Discusses U.S. Economy on Yahoo Finance
In an interview with Yahoo Finance, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views about the U.S. economy, monetary policy, the Fed's balance sheet and the yield curve, among other topics.
In an interview with Yahoo Finance, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views about the U.S. economy, monetary policy, the Fed's balance sheet and the yield curve, among other topics.
February 22, 2019.
President Bullard Discusses the Yield Curve and Inflation on Fox Business
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the yield curve, inflation and monetary policy in an interview with Fox Business Network.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the yield curve, inflation and monetary policy in an interview with Fox Business Network.
February 21, 2019.
President Bullard Discusses Inflation, Monetary Policy on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on inflation, interest rates and the Fed’s balance sheet, among other things, with CNBC’s Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on inflation, interest rates and the Fed’s balance sheet, among other things, with CNBC’s Squawk Box.
February 1, 2019.
Bullard Speaks about U.S. Monetary Policy with CNBC's Squawk Box
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the level of interest rates is very good where it is today. During an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box, Bullard shared his views on the latest jobs report, the U.S. economic outlook, the size of the Fed's balance sheet, the global macroeconomic situation and inflation.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the level of interest rates is very good where it is today. During an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box, Bullard shared his views on the latest jobs report, the U.S. economic outlook, the size of the Fed's balance sheet, the global macroeconomic situation and inflation.
October 18, 2018.
Presentation: "Modernizing Monetary Policy Rules"
Speaking in Memphis, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed modernizing a popular monetary policy rule to account for three important macroeconomic developments since the 1980s.
Speaking in Memphis, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed modernizing a popular monetary policy rule to account for three important macroeconomic developments since the 1980s.
October 8, 2018.
Bullard Speaks about U.S. Monetary Policy with Bloomberg Daybreak: Australia
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the U.S. economy is growing quite rapidly right now, but he expects that growth to slow beginning next year as the effects of the fiscal stimulus wear off. Regarding U.S. monetary policy, he noted in an interview with Bloomberg TV that he thinks the policy rate is close to neutral today.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the U.S. economy is growing quite rapidly right now, but he expects that growth to slow beginning next year as the effects of the fiscal stimulus wear off. Regarding U.S. monetary policy, he noted in an interview with Bloomberg TV that he thinks the policy rate is close to neutral today.
September 4, 2018.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about U.S. Economic Growth, Monetary Policy, Trade
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the current stance of monetary policy, on potential growth in the U.S. and on the uncertainty around trade issues. He spoke with Fox Business in an interview in New York.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the current stance of monetary policy, on potential growth in the U.S. and on the uncertainty around trade issues. He spoke with Fox Business in an interview in New York.
August 24, 2018.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, the Yield Curve
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he thinks the Fed’s policy rate is at or very close to neutral right now and there’s no need to risk inverting the yield curve with higher rates. “There is no reason to challenge the yield curve at this time,” he said in an interview with Bloomberg TV.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he thinks the Fed’s policy rate is at or very close to neutral right now and there’s no need to risk inverting the yield curve with higher rates. “There is no reason to challenge the yield curve at this time,” he said in an interview with Bloomberg TV.
August 24, 2018.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about the Yield Curve, Low Unemployment
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard reiterated his view on the stance of monetary policy, saying there’s no reason to risk inverting the yield curve by raising rates. During an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box, he also commented on the strength of the U.S. economy, sluggish inflation and low unemployment.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard reiterated his view on the stance of monetary policy, saying there’s no reason to risk inverting the yield curve by raising rates. During an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box, he also commented on the strength of the U.S. economy, sluggish inflation and low unemployment.
August 15, 2018.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Financial Regulation with Central Banking Journal
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on several aspects related to the economy and U.S. monetary policy in an Aug. 6 interview with Central Banking Journal in London. He highlighted the possibility of an inverted yield curve, stressed the need to re-center inflation expectations at 2 percent and urged caution in raising the policy rate. He also discussed U.S. financial regulations and international trade issues, as well as the move to a press conference after every FOMC meeting in 2019.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on several aspects related to the economy and U.S. monetary policy in an Aug. 6 interview with Central Banking Journal in London. He highlighted the possibility of an inverted yield curve, stressed the need to re-center inflation expectations at 2 percent and urged caution in raising the policy rate. He also discussed U.S. financial regulations and international trade issues, as well as the move to a press conference after every FOMC meeting in 2019.
August 6, 2018.
President Bullard Speaks with CNBC about the U.S. Labor Market, Trade and the Yield Curve
In London, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. labor market, the yield curve, trade and the impact of higher oil prices on the U.S. economy. He spoke during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe.
In London, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. labor market, the yield curve, trade and the impact of higher oil prices on the U.S. economy. He spoke during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe.
July 20, 2018.
Presentation: "Assessing the Risk of Yield Curve Inversion: An Update"
In Glasgow, Ky., St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked about the possibility that the yield curve would invert, which he first discussed in a speech on Dec. 1, 2017. “Since then, events have transpired that have flattened the yield curve further, and imminent yield curve inversion in the U.S. has become a real possibility,” he said.
In Glasgow, Ky., St. Louis Fed President James Bullard talked about the possibility that the yield curve would invert, which he first discussed in a speech on Dec. 1, 2017. “Since then, events have transpired that have flattened the yield curve further, and imminent yield curve inversion in the U.S. has become a real possibility,” he said.
June 19, 2018.
President Bullard at ECB Forum on Central Banking
In Sintra, Portugal, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard presented The Case of the Disappearing Phillips Curve during a panel at the ECB Forum on Central Banking.
In Sintra, Portugal, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard presented The Case of the Disappearing Phillips Curve during a panel at the ECB Forum on Central Banking.
June 1, 2018.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia about Trade and Inflation Expectations
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed reasons for caution in raising the fed funds rate target further in the near term. During his interview with Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia, he shared his views on rising trade tensions, low inflation expectations and the possibility of yield curve inversion.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed reasons for caution in raising the fed funds rate target further in the near term. During his interview with Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia, he shared his views on rising trade tensions, low inflation expectations and the possibility of yield curve inversion.
May 16, 2018.
2018 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Dr. Kristin Forbes.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Dr. Kristin Forbes.
May 16, 2018.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Interest Rates, Yield Curve, Inflation
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed reasons for caution in raising the Fed’s policy rate further in the near term. During his interview with Bloomberg, he also shared his views on the impact of U.S. monetary policy on emerging markets, the effects of rising oil prices on the U.S. economy, global inflation dynamics, and the Fed’s forward guidance and dot plot.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed reasons for caution in raising the Fed’s policy rate further in the near term. During his interview with Bloomberg, he also shared his views on the impact of U.S. monetary policy on emerging markets, the effects of rising oil prices on the U.S. economy, global inflation dynamics, and the Fed’s forward guidance and dot plot.
May 14, 2018.
Bullard Discusses Cryptocurrency, Oil Prices, Inflation on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on cryptocurrency, higher oil prices, U.S. inflation and other topics during an interview on CNBC.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on cryptocurrency, higher oil prices, U.S. inflation and other topics during an interview on CNBC.
April 18, 2018.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Yield Curve, Inflation on CNN
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the Fed’s policy rate, the possibility of yield curve inversion, unemployment, inflation, trade and other topics. He spoke during an interview on CNN International’s Quest Express.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the Fed’s policy rate, the possibility of yield curve inversion, unemployment, inflation, trade and other topics. He spoke during an interview on CNN International’s Quest Express.
February 22, 2018.
Bullard Discusses GDP Growth, Inflation, Interest Rates on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on economic growth and inflation last year as well as his outlook for growth and monetary policy in 2018. He spoke Thursday during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on economic growth and inflation last year as well as his outlook for growth and monetary policy in 2018. He spoke Thursday during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box.
January 5, 2018.
Bullard Discusses GDP, Inflation, Phillips Curve, Yield Curve on Bloomberg
During an interview with Bloomberg, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the GDP growth outlook, below-target inflation, the Phillips curve and the possibility of yield curve inversion.
During an interview with Bloomberg, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the GDP growth outlook, below-target inflation, the Phillips curve and the possibility of yield curve inversion.
October 12, 2017.
Bullard Discusses Interest Rates, Low Inflation with Reuters
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on low inflation in the U.S. and implications for monetary policy. He noted that the low inflation has been broad-based and that it isn’t clear when it will reverse itself. During his interview with Reuters, he also discussed the low interest rate environment, GDP growth and credibility of the Fed’s inflation target.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on low inflation in the U.S. and implications for monetary policy. He noted that the low inflation has been broad-based and that it isn’t clear when it will reverse itself. During his interview with Reuters, he also discussed the low interest rate environment, GDP growth and credibility of the Fed’s inflation target.
August 9, 2017.
Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Low Inflation and Low Growth with Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed various aspects of the U.S. economy—including the low-growth regime and recent inflation readings, which have surprised on the downside—during an interview with Bloomberg. He also shared his views on the outlook for the Fed’s policy rate and on the Federal Open Market Committee’s plan for shrinking the Fed’s balance sheet.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed various aspects of the U.S. economy—including the low-growth regime and recent inflation readings, which have surprised on the downside—during an interview with Bloomberg. He also shared his views on the outlook for the Fed’s policy rate and on the Federal Open Market Committee’s plan for shrinking the Fed’s balance sheet.
July 10, 2017.
Bullard Speaks with Central Banking Journal about Monetary Policy, Fed’s Regional Structure
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on several aspects related to U.S. monetary policy, such as the Fed’s quantitative easing programs, the Fed’s inflation target, rules-based monetary policy and the St. Louis Fed’s regime-based approach to near-term forecasts. He also discussed the importance of the Fed’s regional structure and highlighted some other roles of the St. Louis Fed in addition to its monetary policy one. He was interviewed by Central Banking Journal on June 30.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on several aspects related to U.S. monetary policy, such as the Fed’s quantitative easing programs, the Fed’s inflation target, rules-based monetary policy and the St. Louis Fed’s regime-based approach to near-term forecasts. He also discussed the importance of the Fed’s regional structure and highlighted some other roles of the St. Louis Fed in addition to its monetary policy one. He was interviewed by Central Banking Journal on June 30.
July 3, 2017.
Bullard Discusses Whether Low Interest Rates Punish Savers
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard delivered a presentation titled “Does a Low-Interest-Rate Regime Punish Savers?” at the Applications of Behavioural Economics and Multiple Equilibrium Models to Macroeconomic Policy Conference in London. In this short video, he highlighted the key ideas from his academic talk on July 3, 2017.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard delivered a presentation titled “Does a Low-Interest-Rate Regime Punish Savers?” at the Applications of Behavioural Economics and Multiple Equilibrium Models to Macroeconomic Policy Conference in London. In this short video, he highlighted the key ideas from his academic talk on July 3, 2017.
June 30, 2017.
President Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Monetary Policy, Banking and Inflation
In London, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the outlook for the U.S. economy and monetary policy, potential regulatory relief for smaller banks, monetary policy in Europe, and the relationship between unemployment and inflation. He spoke Friday during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe.
In London, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the outlook for the U.S. economy and monetary policy, potential regulatory relief for smaller banks, monetary policy in Europe, and the relationship between unemployment and inflation. He spoke Friday during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe.
May 30, 2017.
President Bullard Discusses U.S. Monetary Policy, Inflation on Bloomberg
In Tokyo, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on reducing the size of the Fed’s balance sheet and on the appropriate U.S. policy rate. He also discussed recent readings on inflation, the U.S. price level in recent years, financial conditions, wage growth and other topics on the television program Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia.
In Tokyo, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on reducing the size of the Fed’s balance sheet and on the appropriate U.S. policy rate. He also discussed recent readings on inflation, the U.S. price level in recent years, financial conditions, wage growth and other topics on the television program Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia.
May 5, 2017.
President Bullard at Hoover Institution Conference
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard participated on a policy panel during a conference hosted by the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. The conference was titled “The Structural Foundations of Monetary Policy: A Policy Conference.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard participated on a policy panel during a conference hosted by the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. The conference was titled “The Structural Foundations of Monetary Policy: A Policy Conference.”
April 10, 2017.
In Australia, Bullard Discusses U.S. Employment, Growth, Fed Balance Sheet on Bloomberg
In Australia, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the latest U.S. employment report, real GDP growth in 2017, inflation and the outlook for monetary policy. He also discussed the Fed’s $4.5 trillion balance sheet during an interview on the television program “Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia.”
In Australia, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the latest U.S. employment report, real GDP growth in 2017, inflation and the outlook for monetary policy. He also discussed the Fed’s $4.5 trillion balance sheet during an interview on the television program “Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia.”
March 31, 2017.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about U.S. Growth, Monetary Policy Outlook
Real GDP has been growing about 2 percent, inflation is near the Fed’s 2 percent target and the unemployment rate hasn’t changed much in the past year and a half, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted during an interview on Fox Business. Although new fiscal policies could have an impact on growth, he said that the Fed can wait and see how these policies develop. He added that if growth or inflation starts to pick up, then the Fed could start raising the policy rate.
Real GDP has been growing about 2 percent, inflation is near the Fed’s 2 percent target and the unemployment rate hasn’t changed much in the past year and a half, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted during an interview on Fox Business. Although new fiscal policies could have an impact on growth, he said that the Fed can wait and see how these policies develop. He added that if growth or inflation starts to pick up, then the Fed could start raising the policy rate.
March 31, 2017.
President Bullard Discusses U.S. Economy, Interest Rates, Fed Balance Sheet at New York Forum
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy and on appropriate monetary policy during an interview at the Quinnipiac Global Asset Management Education (G.A.M.E.) VII Forum in New York.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy and on appropriate monetary policy during an interview at the Quinnipiac Global Asset Management Education (G.A.M.E.) VII Forum in New York.
February 15, 2017.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Interest Rates, Fed’s Balance Sheet
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the outlook for monetary policy in 2017 and on the Fed’s balance sheet. The interview with Fox Business took place at the St. Louis Fed’s Economy Museum.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the outlook for monetary policy in 2017 and on the Fed’s balance sheet. The interview with Fox Business took place at the St. Louis Fed’s Economy Museum.
January 12, 2017.
President Bullard Discusses Low Interest Rates, Fed Transparency on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the current low-real-interest-rate environment, the economic outlook and Fed transparency during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the current low-real-interest-rate environment, the economic outlook and Fed transparency during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box.
November 18, 2016.
President Bullard on Panel at Frankfurt European Banking Congress
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard participated in a panel discussion at the Frankfurt European Banking Congress in Frankfurt, Germany. He shared his views on multiple topics, including the potential impact of proposed legislative action on the U.S. economy, the St. Louis Fed’s regime-based approach to near-term U.S. macroeconomic and monetary policy projections, and whether he currently sees a bubble in the U.S. economy.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard participated in a panel discussion at the Frankfurt European Banking Congress in Frankfurt, Germany. He shared his views on multiple topics, including the potential impact of proposed legislative action on the U.S. economy, the St. Louis Fed’s regime-based approach to near-term U.S. macroeconomic and monetary policy projections, and whether he currently sees a bubble in the U.S. economy.
November 18, 2016.
President Bullard Discusses U.S. Growth Prospects, Low Interest Rates on Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the aftermath of the U.S. election in an interview on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas” conducted at the Frankfurt European Banking Congress. He talked about the potential impact of proposed legislative action on the U.S. economy. He also discussed what is driving the low real (inflation-adjusted) returns on short-term government debt and indicated he did not see on the horizon any abrupt change from the current low-real-interest-rate regime. He said that the Fed should make monetary policy appropriately for that regime.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the aftermath of the U.S. election in an interview on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas” conducted at the Frankfurt European Banking Congress. He talked about the potential impact of proposed legislative action on the U.S. economy. He also discussed what is driving the low real (inflation-adjusted) returns on short-term government debt and indicated he did not see on the horizon any abrupt change from the current low-real-interest-rate regime. He said that the Fed should make monetary policy appropriately for that regime.
August 27, 2016.
President Bullard Speaks with WSJ about Global Risks, Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his outlook for monetary policy and his assessment of global risks to the U.S. economy during an interview with the Wall Street Journal. He said that, in his view, global risks over the past year have been overemphasized.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his outlook for monetary policy and his assessment of global risks to the U.S. economy during an interview with the Wall Street Journal. He said that, in his view, global risks over the past year have been overemphasized.
August 26, 2016.
President Bullard Discusses Interest Rates, GDP, Inflation on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his projection for the policy rate over the next 2 ½ years and contrasted it with the FOMC's so-called dot plot. He also shared his views on GDP growth, inflation and asset bubbles during an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed Statement on President Bullard's CNBC Remarks
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his projection for the policy rate over the next 2 ½ years and contrasted it with the FOMC's so-called dot plot. He also shared his views on GDP growth, inflation and asset bubbles during an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed Statement on President Bullard's CNBC Remarks
August 26, 2016.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, Economic Growth
Given the lack of certainty about the long-run outcome for the U.S. economy, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that monetary policy should be set based on the current economic environment, which is characterized by low productivity growth and low real rates of return on government paper. During an interview on "Bloomberg <GO>," he also discussed monetary policy tools in future downturns and what drives economic growth in the long run.
Given the lack of certainty about the long-run outcome for the U.S. economy, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that monetary policy should be set based on the current economic environment, which is characterized by low productivity growth and low real rates of return on government paper. During an interview on "Bloomberg <GO>," he also discussed monetary policy tools in future downturns and what drives economic growth in the long run.
July 1, 2016.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about U.S. Economy, Monetary Policy
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his new outlook for U.S. economic growth, unemployment, inflation and monetary policy, given that the usual cyclical dynamics are probably over. He made his comments during an interview on the television program "Bloomberg Surveillance."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his new outlook for U.S. economic growth, unemployment, inflation and monetary policy, given that the usual cyclical dynamics are probably over. He made his comments during an interview on the television program "Bloomberg Surveillance."
May 25, 2016.
President Bullard Discusses U.S. Monetary Policy, Labor Markets, GDP on CNBC Asia
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said in Singapore that U.S. labor markets are at or beyond full employment, which is probably the strongest argument for raising interest rates. However, he noted that other factors, such as the below-trend real GDP growth over the past year, may be causing some hesitancy.
During an interview on CNBC Asia, he also shared his views on data dependence regarding monetary policy decisions, press conferences after FOMC meetings and the impact of Britain’s possible exit from the European Union.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said in Singapore that U.S. labor markets are at or beyond full employment, which is probably the strongest argument for raising interest rates. However, he noted that other factors, such as the below-trend real GDP growth over the past year, may be causing some hesitancy.
During an interview on CNBC Asia, he also shared his views on data dependence regarding monetary policy decisions, press conferences after FOMC meetings and the impact of Britain’s possible exit from the European Union.
April 6, 2016.
2016 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Lawrence H. Summers.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the annual lecture and introduced this year's speaker, Lawrence H. Summers.
April 6, 2016.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, Economic Growth, Inflation
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the gradual and data-dependent approach to monetary policy normalization by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) during an interview on Bloomberg Radio's "Taking Stock." He also shared his views on U.S. economic growth, inflation, the FOMC's "dot plot" and monetary policy tools during the interview, parts of which were also shown on the television program "Bloomberg Markets."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the gradual and data-dependent approach to monetary policy normalization by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) during an interview on Bloomberg Radio's "Taking Stock." He also shared his views on U.S. economic growth, inflation, the FOMC's "dot plot" and monetary policy tools during the interview, parts of which were also shown on the television program "Bloomberg Markets."
March 23, 2016.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, Inflation
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the efficacy of the policy rate projections in the FOMC's Summary of Economic Projections. During his interview with Bloomberg, he also discussed the meeting-by-meeting approach to monetary policy decisions, inflation expectations and his outlook for the economy.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the efficacy of the policy rate projections in the FOMC's Summary of Economic Projections. During his interview with Bloomberg, he also discussed the meeting-by-meeting approach to monetary policy decisions, inflation expectations and his outlook for the economy.
February 25, 2016.
President Bullard Discusses Inflation Expectations, Economic Outlook, Data Dependence on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed declining inflation expectations in the U.S. and said they are currently too low for comfort. He also shared his views on possible changes to the FOMC's Summary of Economic Projections, the outlook for the U.S. economy and the topic of "too big to fail" during an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed declining inflation expectations in the U.S. and said they are currently too low for comfort. He also shared his views on possible changes to the FOMC's Summary of Economic Projections, the outlook for the U.S. economy and the topic of "too big to fail" during an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box.
September 21, 2015.
President Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy Normalization, Economy on CNBC
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the case for normalizing monetary policy during an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box. He also shared his views on the labor market, inflation, the global economy, rules-based monetary policy and having a press conference after every Federal Open Market Committee meeting.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed the case for normalizing monetary policy during an interview on CNBC's Squawk Box. He also shared his views on the labor market, inflation, the global economy, rules-based monetary policy and having a press conference after every Federal Open Market Committee meeting.
August 28, 2015.
President Bullard Discusses Liftoff, Market Volatility, Economic Outlook with WSJ
During his interview with The Wall Street Journal, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said there is a lot of volatility and we are going to have to see how it settles down here, but right now he is not seeing a lot of change from a monetary policy perspective.
During his interview with The Wall Street Journal, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said there is a lot of volatility and we are going to have to see how it settles down here, but right now he is not seeing a lot of change from a monetary policy perspective.
August 28, 2015.
President Bullard Discusses Interest Rates, Economic Outlook, Inflation with Bloomberg
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he expects GDP growth in the second half of the year to be better than growth in the first half, which was a little over 2 percent. He also discussed the recent market volatility, monetary policy normalization, inflation and inflation expectations, productivity, and the global economy during his interview on “Bloomberg Surveillance.”
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he expects GDP growth in the second half of the year to be better than growth in the first half, which was a little over 2 percent. He also discussed the recent market volatility, monetary policy normalization, inflation and inflation expectations, productivity, and the global economy during his interview on “Bloomberg Surveillance.”
July 20, 2015.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Liftoff, Economic Outlook
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the timing of “liftoff” and the importance of thinking about the path of interest rates over the next two years as the economy continues to improve. He also discussed his outlook for the U.S. economy, the risk of bubbles and international headwinds. The interview was live from the St. Louis Fed’s Inside the Economy® Museum.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the timing of “liftoff” and the importance of thinking about the path of interest rates over the next two years as the economy continues to improve. He also discussed his outlook for the U.S. economy, the risk of bubbles and international headwinds. The interview was live from the St. Louis Fed’s Inside the Economy® Museum.
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June 3, 2015.
2015 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the 2015 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture and introduced Athanasios Orphanides.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the 2015 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture and introduced Athanasios Orphanides.
May 28, 2015.
President Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, GDP, Inflation, Unemployment with Bloomberg.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that, although the performance of the economy is getting closer to normal, monetary policy remains at emergency settings, with the near-zero policy rate. As long as incoming data are satisfactory, he would be supportive of starting to normalize monetary policy, he said.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that, although the performance of the economy is getting closer to normal, monetary policy remains at emergency settings, with the near-zero policy rate. As long as incoming data are satisfactory, he would be supportive of starting to normalize monetary policy, he said.
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March 24, 2015.
The Future of International Monetary Policy and its Impact on Global Economic Recovery Panel, City Week 2015: "The Role of International Financial Services in Driving the Global Economic Recovery," London.
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March 23, 2015.
President Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Labor Markets on CNBC's "Squawk Box Europe."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the recent removal of "patient" from the FOMC statement and on the timing of the initial increase in the policy rate. During the interview, he also discussed U.S. labor markets and asset price bubbles.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the recent removal of "patient" from the FOMC statement and on the timing of the initial increase in the policy rate. During the interview, he also discussed U.S. labor markets and asset price bubbles.
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February 26, 2015.
President Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, U.S. Economy on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on forward guidance in the FOMC statement and the normalization of U.S. monetary policy. In an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box," he also discussed the performance of the U.S. labor market, inflation and inflation expectations, and Fed independence.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on forward guidance in the FOMC statement and the normalization of U.S. monetary policy. In an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box," he also discussed the performance of the U.S. labor market, inflation and inflation expectations, and Fed independence.
January 30, 2015.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about U.S. Economy, Zero Interest Rate Policy.
While inflation is somewhat low, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said it is not low enough to rationalize the zero interest rate policy. During an interview on Bloomberg Television's "In the Loop," he shared his views on underlying momentum in the U.S. economy, developments in the global economy, inflation expectations and monetary policy normalization.
While inflation is somewhat low, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said it is not low enough to rationalize the zero interest rate policy. During an interview on Bloomberg Television's "In the Loop," he shared his views on underlying momentum in the U.S. economy, developments in the global economy, inflation expectations and monetary policy normalization.
November 4, 2014.
President Bullard Discusses Monetary Policy, Global Economy with Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy, noting that he is optimistic about the outlook over the next year or so. In an interview on "Opening Bell with Maria Bartiromo," he also discussed global growth, the recent end of the QE program, the normalization of monetary policy and the Fed's regional structure.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. economy, noting that he is optimistic about the outlook over the next year or so. In an interview on "Opening Bell with Maria Bartiromo," he also discussed global growth, the recent end of the QE program, the normalization of monetary policy and the Fed's regional structure.
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October 16, 2014.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Economic Outlook, QE, Inflation.
Although he still expects the U.S. economy to grow 3 percent in the second half of this year and over 3 percent next year, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that the Federal Open Market Committee should be cautious about the recent decline in inflation expectations. During an interview on Bloomberg TV's "Market Makers," he discussed the importance of keeping inflation and inflation expectations near the inflation target, the data dependence of the QE program and developments in the global economy.
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Although he still expects the U.S. economy to grow 3 percent in the second half of this year and over 3 percent next year, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that the Federal Open Market Committee should be cautious about the recent decline in inflation expectations. During an interview on Bloomberg TV's "Market Makers," he discussed the importance of keeping inflation and inflation expectations near the inflation target, the data dependence of the QE program and developments in the global economy.
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August 22, 2014.
President Bullard Discusses Labor Market Indicators, Liftoff with Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that as long as the economy continues to improve, the FOMC could start to normalize monetary policy. During this interview with Fox Business, he also discussed labor market indicators, inflation and forward guidance.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that as long as the economy continues to improve, the FOMC could start to normalize monetary policy. During this interview with Fox Business, he also discussed labor market indicators, inflation and forward guidance.
August 22, 2014.
President Bullard Discusses U.S. Economy, Monetary Policy on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the improving U.S. economy and the progress in the labor market in recent years. He also discussed monetary policy normalization during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the improving U.S. economy and the progress in the labor market in recent years. He also discussed monetary policy normalization during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
June 29, 2014.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox News about Economic Outlook, Inflation, Fed's Balance Sheet.
While first-quarter GDP was weak, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that he expects positive growth for the rest of the year and a lower unemployment rate by the end of the year. He discussed this and other topics during an interview on "Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo" on Fox News.
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While first-quarter GDP was weak, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that he expects positive growth for the rest of the year and a lower unemployment rate by the end of the year. He discussed this and other topics during an interview on "Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo" on Fox News.
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June 26, 2014.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his outlook for the U.S. economy, noting that despite the decline in first-quarter GDP, he is expecting positive growth over the next four quarters. He also shared his views on inflation, the FOMC's macroeconomic goals, state-contingent monetary policy and bubbles during an interview on "Opening Bell with Maria Bartiromo" on Fox Business.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his outlook for the U.S. economy, noting that despite the decline in first-quarter GDP, he is expecting positive growth over the next four quarters. He also shared his views on inflation, the FOMC's macroeconomic goals, state-contingent monetary policy and bubbles during an interview on "Opening Bell with Maria Bartiromo" on Fox Business.
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April 2, 2014.
2014 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the 2014 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture and introduced Robert E. Lucas Jr.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard welcomed attendees to the 2014 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture and introduced Robert E. Lucas Jr.
March 27, 2014.
Bullard Discusses Interest Rate Policy, Inflation, Financial Stability with Reuters.
While inflation is currently very low in the U.S., St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he projects that it will move back toward the Fed's 2 percent target in 2014. He discussed this and other topics during an interview with Reuters.
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While inflation is currently very low in the U.S., St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he projects that it will move back toward the Fed's 2 percent target in 2014. He discussed this and other topics during an interview with Reuters.
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March 26, 2014.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Forward Guidance, Fed Communications, Labor Markets.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he supports the FOMC's recent decision to change the forward guidance language, adding that the thresholds did a great job while the committee used them. Bullard discussed this and other topics during an interview in Hong Kong with Bloomberg Television.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he supports the FOMC's recent decision to change the forward guidance language, adding that the thresholds did a great job while the committee used them. Bullard discussed this and other topics during an interview in Hong Kong with Bloomberg Television.
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February 28, 2014.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. labor market, noting that the decline in the unemployment rate can be interpreted as a good signal. He also discussed monetary policy, his outlook for the U.S. economy and the state of the housing sector during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the U.S. labor market, noting that the decline in the unemployment rate can be interpreted as a good signal. He also discussed monetary policy, his outlook for the U.S. economy and the state of the housing sector during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
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February 19, 2014.
Bullard Discusses Labor Force Participation, Economic Outlook with WSJ.
During a Wall Street Journal interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that most of the decline in U.S. labor force participation has roots in demographic changes in the labor force. Therefore, the signal coming from the decline in unemployment can be taken as a real signal about improvement in the labor market.
During a Wall Street Journal interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that most of the decline in U.S. labor force participation has roots in demographic changes in the labor force. Therefore, the signal coming from the decline in unemployment can be taken as a real signal about improvement in the labor market.
February 12, 2014.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg TV about Tapering, Thresholds, Economic Outlook.
During an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he expects that growth will be 3 percent or better this year, that unemployment will continue to decline, and that inflation will move back toward the Fed's 2 percent target.
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During an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he expects that growth will be 3 percent or better this year, that unemployment will continue to decline, and that inflation will move back toward the Fed's 2 percent target.
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February 12, 2014.
Bullard Discusses Labor Markets, Inflation, Forward Guidance during Panel.
Regarding forward guidance, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that the thresholds have been useful in giving the clear message that the FOMC would be patient before raising the policy rate. His comments were during a panel discussion at the Annual Economic Update hosted by the European-American Chamber of Commerce and SGH Macro Advisors.
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Regarding forward guidance, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that the thresholds have been useful in giving the clear message that the FOMC would be patient before raising the policy rate. His comments were during a panel discussion at the Annual Economic Update hosted by the European-American Chamber of Commerce and SGH Macro Advisors.
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November 20, 2013.
Bullard Discusses Inflation, Labor Markets, Forward Guidance with Bloomberg.
If the FOMC is going to change its forward guidance at all, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said his preference would be to add an inflation floor. This would be a promise to keep rates low as long as inflation was below some level—for instance, 1.5 percent, which would make it symmetric with the threshold on the high side of the inflation target. Bullard's comments were during Bloomberg's "The Year Ahead: 2014" conference.
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If the FOMC is going to change its forward guidance at all, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said his preference would be to add an inflation floor. This would be a promise to keep rates low as long as inflation was below some level—for instance, 1.5 percent, which would make it symmetric with the threshold on the high side of the inflation target. Bullard's comments were during Bloomberg's "The Year Ahead: 2014" conference.
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November 20, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg TV about Tapering, QE Effectiveness.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the cumulative progress in labor markets argument is the most powerful one for tapering the Fed's asset purchases. While there has been cumulative improvement since the program started, he noted that the question for tapering is whether that progress can be sustained going forward and whether inflation will move closer to the Fed's target. Bullard discussed these topics during an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers."
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the cumulative progress in labor markets argument is the most powerful one for tapering the Fed's asset purchases. While there has been cumulative improvement since the program started, he noted that the question for tapering is whether that progress can be sustained going forward and whether inflation will move closer to the Fed's target. Bullard discussed these topics during an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers."
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November 4, 2013.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on tapering the FOMC's current asset purchase program, noting that any decision to adjust the pace of purchases will depend on the data and that the committee can afford to be patient given that inflation is low. He also discussed cumulative improvement in labor markets since September 2012, the effectiveness of quantitative easing, inflation targeting and Fed transparency during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on tapering the FOMC's current asset purchase program, noting that any decision to adjust the pace of purchases will depend on the data and that the committee can afford to be patient given that inflation is low. He also discussed cumulative improvement in labor markets since September 2012, the effectiveness of quantitative easing, inflation targeting and Fed transparency during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
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September 20, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about QE3, Press Conferences, Labor Markets.
Regarding press conferences following FOMC meetings, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that all meetings should be ex ante identical, which would allow the FOMC to make an important decision if it feels the data are there. He discussed this and other topics during an interview on CNBC's "On the Money with Maria Bartiromo."
Regarding press conferences following FOMC meetings, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that all meetings should be ex ante identical, which would allow the FOMC to make an important decision if it feels the data are there. He discussed this and other topics during an interview on CNBC's "On the Money with Maria Bartiromo."
September 20, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Fox Business about Tapering Asset Purchases, Fed Communications.
During an interview with Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that the normal process for monetary policy is to assess the incoming data and make small adjustments to monetary policy in response.
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During an interview with Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that the normal process for monetary policy is to assess the incoming data and make small adjustments to monetary policy in response.
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September 20, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Tapering Asset Purchases, QE Effectiveness, Inflation.
Regarding FOMC decisions on changing the pace of asset purchases, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he prefers to keep more emphasis on the idea that such decisions are data dependent. In Bullard's view, the FOMC can afford to be patient given that inflation is low. He discussed these topics during an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Surveillance."
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Regarding FOMC decisions on changing the pace of asset purchases, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said he prefers to keep more emphasis on the idea that such decisions are data dependent. In Bullard's view, the FOMC can afford to be patient given that inflation is low. He discussed these topics during an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Surveillance."
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August 23, 2013.
Bullard Appears on Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on tapering the Fed’s asset purchase program, adding a lower threshold on inflation on the policy rate side and having a press conference after every FOMC meeting. During his interview with Fox Business, Bullard also discussed the importance of taking all data into account when making monetary policy decisions.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on tapering the Fed’s asset purchase program, adding a lower threshold on inflation on the policy rate side and having a press conference after every FOMC meeting. During his interview with Fox Business, Bullard also discussed the importance of taking all data into account when making monetary policy decisions.
August 23, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Monetary Policy, U.S. Economy.
During an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that while the labor market looks better than this time last year, inflation has been low and GDP growth has been weak. Given the mixed data on the economy, Bullard said that the FOMC can afford to be very deliberate in making decisions about monetary policy.
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During an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard noted that while the labor market looks better than this time last year, inflation has been low and GDP growth has been weak. Given the mixed data on the economy, Bullard said that the FOMC can afford to be very deliberate in making decisions about monetary policy.
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August 2, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Reuters about Recent Economic Data, Tapering.
During a Reuters interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that while there has been a lot of communication on tapering the Fed's asset purchases, the prudent course at this point is to wait and see what the data bring.
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During a Reuters interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that while there has been a lot of communication on tapering the Fed's asset purchases, the prudent course at this point is to wait and see what the data bring.
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July 12, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, Inflation.
During an interview with Bloomberg's Michael McKee, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that pulling back on accommodation as inflation is sinking would not be the right combination.
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During an interview with Bloomberg's Michael McKee, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that pulling back on accommodation as inflation is sinking would not be the right combination.
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May 24, 2013.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC Europe's "Squawk Box."
During an interview on CNBC Europe's "Squawk Box," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including tapering the current quantitative easing program and potential problems associated with forward guidance. He also discussed inflation, the labor market, his outlook for the U.S. economy and "too big to fail."
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During an interview on CNBC Europe's "Squawk Box," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including tapering the current quantitative easing program and potential problems associated with forward guidance. He also discussed inflation, the labor market, his outlook for the U.S. economy and "too big to fail."
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April 9, 2013.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including adjusting the pace of asset purchases in response to economic conditions and concerns about tying monetary policy too closely to the unemployment rate. He also discussed his outlook for the labor market, the Fed's large balance sheet, and the importance of financial literacy and financial education during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including adjusting the pace of asset purchases in response to economic conditions and concerns about tying monetary policy too closely to the unemployment rate. He also discussed his outlook for the labor market, the Fed's large balance sheet, and the importance of financial literacy and financial education during an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
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April 3, 2013.
2013 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave opening remarks and introduced R. Glenn Hubbard.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave opening remarks and introduced R. Glenn Hubbard.
March 8, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, Labor Market.
During an interview with Tom Keene and Michael McKee on Bloomberg Television's "Surveillance," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that the FOMC has room to maneuver given that inflation is quite low.
During an interview with Tom Keene and Michael McKee on Bloomberg Television's "Surveillance," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that the FOMC has room to maneuver given that inflation is quite low.
February 22, 2013.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
During an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including how policy is much easier than it was last year, tapering the current QE program and defending the Fed's inflation target from the low side. He also discussed the U.S. fiscal situation, his outlook for the U.S. economy, the European recession and "too big to fail."
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During an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including how policy is much easier than it was last year, tapering the current QE program and defending the Fed's inflation target from the low side. He also discussed the U.S. fiscal situation, his outlook for the U.S. economy, the European recession and "too big to fail."
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February 1, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg about Monetary Policy, 2013 Outlook.
During an interview with Michael McKee on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the FOMC would be in a position to slow down or stop purchases associated with QE3 if the U.S. economy gets enough improvement in labor markets this year.
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During an interview with Michael McKee on Bloomberg Television's "Market Makers," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the FOMC would be in a position to slow down or stop purchases associated with QE3 if the U.S. economy gets enough improvement in labor markets this year.
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January 4, 2013.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Monetary Policy, Unemployment.
During an interview with Steve Liesman on CNBC's "Power Lunch," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that with the automatic stabilizer feature of the Fed's latest quantitative easing program, expectations about the outlook for the economy and about Fed actions change as the data change, which leads to a more stabilized outcome for the U.S. economy.
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During an interview with Steve Liesman on CNBC's "Power Lunch," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that with the automatic stabilizer feature of the Fed's latest quantitative easing program, expectations about the outlook for the economy and about Fed actions change as the data change, which leads to a more stabilized outcome for the U.S. economy.
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September 27, 2012.
Bullard Speaks with CNBC about Monetary Policy, U.S. Economy.
During an interview with Maria Bartiromo on CNBC's "Closing Bell," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the FOMC will pursue monetary policy that is the right one for the nation, but not one that is trying to enable irresponsible fiscal policy.
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During an interview with Maria Bartiromo on CNBC's "Closing Bell," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said the FOMC will pursue monetary policy that is the right one for the nation, but not one that is trying to enable irresponsible fiscal policy.
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September 20, 2012.
President Bullard Presents "A Singular Achievement of Recent Monetary Policy."
During the University of Notre Dame's Theodore and Rita Combs Distinguished Lecture Series in Economics, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed price level targeting and nominal GDP targeting in the aftermath of the financial crisis. Following his presentation, he answered questions from the audience.
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During the University of Notre Dame's Theodore and Rita Combs Distinguished Lecture Series in Economics, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed price level targeting and nominal GDP targeting in the aftermath of the financial crisis. Following his presentation, he answered questions from the audience.
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September 18, 2012.
Bullard Speaks with Reuters about Recent Monetary Policy.
During a Reuters Insider interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that although he would have voted against a third round of quantitative easing at this time given the data, he was happy with the meeting-by-meeting approach to the policy.
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During a Reuters Insider interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said that although he would have voted against a third round of quantitative easing at this time given the data, he was happy with the meeting-by-meeting approach to the policy.
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August 31, 2012.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business.
During an interview on Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including a meeting-by-meeting approach to balance sheet policy and the forward guidance in the FOMC statement. He also discussed the situation in Europe as well as inflation and the labor market in the U.S.
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During an interview on Fox Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including a meeting-by-meeting approach to balance sheet policy and the forward guidance in the FOMC statement. He also discussed the situation in Europe as well as inflation and the labor market in the U.S.
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August 31, 2012.
President Bullard Appears on Bloomberg Television.
During an interview on "Bloomberg Surveillance," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including a meeting-by-meeting approach to balance sheet policy, lowering the interest rate on excess reserves and the forward guidance in the FOMC statement. He also discussed the situation in Europe, the current state of the U.S. economy, the U.S. fiscal situation and breaking up the largest financial institutions.
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During an interview on "Bloomberg Surveillance," St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on monetary policy, including a meeting-by-meeting approach to balance sheet policy, lowering the interest rate on excess reserves and the forward guidance in the FOMC statement. He also discussed the situation in Europe, the current state of the U.S. economy, the U.S. fiscal situation and breaking up the largest financial institutions.
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August 23, 2012.
President Bullard On CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box" and discussed monetary policy and the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee's July 31-August 1 meeting.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box" and discussed monetary policy and the minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee's July 31-August 1 meeting.
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July 10, 2012.
President Bullard Speaks with Dow Jones.
During an interview with Dow Jones in London, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on the European sovereign debt crisis and the outlook for the U.S. economy.
During an interview with Dow Jones in London, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on the European sovereign debt crisis and the outlook for the U.S. economy.
June 22, 2012.
President Bullard Appears on Bloomberg Television.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses recent monetary policy, the U.S. housing market, unemployment, the European situation and other topics during an interview on "Bloomberg Surveillance."
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses recent monetary policy, the U.S. housing market, unemployment, the European situation and other topics during an interview on "Bloomberg Surveillance."
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May 23, 2012.
President Bullard Speaks with Reuters Insider
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the European sovereign debt crisis, U.S. monetary policy, Fed communications, "too big to fail" and other topics during a Reuters Insider interview.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the European sovereign debt crisis, U.S. monetary policy, Fed communications, "too big to fail" and other topics during a Reuters Insider interview.
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May 16, 2012
Dialogue with the Fed: A Conversation with St. Louis Fed President James Bullard
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses "The Fed on Pause" and answers questions from the audience at a Dialogue with the Fed event in Louisville.
Dialogue with the Fed: A Conversation with St. Louis Fed President James Bullard
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses "The Fed on Pause" and answers questions from the audience at a Dialogue with the Fed event in Louisville.
April 16, 2012.
President Bullard Presents "Hawks, Doves, Bubbles and Inflation Targets."
During the 2012 George S. Eccles Distinguished Lecture at Utah State University's Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed how inflation targeting is consistent with the Fed's dual mandate. Following his presentation, he answered questions from the audience.
During the 2012 George S. Eccles Distinguished Lecture at Utah State University's Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed how inflation targeting is consistent with the Fed's dual mandate. Following his presentation, he answered questions from the audience.
April 11, 2012.
2012 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave welcoming remarks and introduced Mohamed El-Erian.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave welcoming remarks and introduced Mohamed El-Erian.
March 27, 2012.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC Asia.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on the Fed's accommodative monetary policy, the outlook for the U.S. economy, the U.S. fiscal situation and other topics during an interview on CNBC Asia's Squawk Box.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on the Fed's accommodative monetary policy, the outlook for the U.S. economy, the U.S. fiscal situation and other topics during an interview on CNBC Asia's Squawk Box.
March 23, 2012.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg Television.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on monetary policy, inflation, and the U.S. and global economy during an interview on Bloomberg Television in Hong Kong.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on monetary policy, inflation, and the U.S. and global economy during an interview on Bloomberg Television in Hong Kong.
March 2, 2012.
President Bullard Appears on Canada's BNN.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on monetary policy, the European situation, rising energy prices and the U.S. housing sector during an interview with Canada's Business News Network.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on monetary policy, the European situation, rising energy prices and the U.S. housing sector during an interview with Canada's Business News Network.
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February 24, 2012.
President Bullard Guest Co-hosts CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box" as guest co-host. During his appearance, he discussed a variety of topics, including monetary policy, the outlook for the U.S. economy and the Fed's dual mandate.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box" as guest co-host. During his appearance, he discussed a variety of topics, including monetary policy, the outlook for the U.S. economy and the Fed's dual mandate.
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December 1, 2011.
President Bullard Speaks with Bloomberg.
During the Bloomberg Hedge Fund Summit in New York, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the European situation, the current stance of U.S. monetary policy, dollar liquidity swaps and the U.S. economic outlook. President Bullard also shared his views on the European situation, recent U.S. monetary policy actions and inflation during an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Money Moves."
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During the Bloomberg Hedge Fund Summit in New York, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the European situation, the current stance of U.S. monetary policy, dollar liquidity swaps and the U.S. economic outlook. President Bullard also shared his views on the European situation, recent U.S. monetary policy actions and inflation during an interview on Bloomberg Television's "Money Moves."
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November 17, 2011.
President Bullard guest co-hosts CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard guest co-hosted CNBC's "Squawk Box" and discussed the economic outlook, the situation in Europe, and the Fed's recent policy actions.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard guest co-hosted CNBC's "Squawk Box" and discussed the economic outlook, the situation in Europe, and the Fed's recent policy actions.
October 19, 2011.
President Bullard Appears on Bloomberg Television.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on unemployment, adjusting the size of the Fed's balance sheet and other topics during an interview on "Surveillance Midday with Tom Keene," which was broadcast live from the St. Louis Fed on Oct. 19. Research Director Chris Waller was also a guest on the show.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on unemployment, adjusting the size of the Fed's balance sheet and other topics during an interview on "Surveillance Midday with Tom Keene," which was broadcast live from the St. Louis Fed on Oct. 19. Research Director Chris Waller was also a guest on the show.
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September 9, 2011.
President Bullard Appears on Canada's BNN.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on monetary policy, the outlook for the U.S. economy, and other topics during an interview with Canada's Business News Network.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shares his views on monetary policy, the outlook for the U.S. economy, and other topics during an interview with Canada's Business News Network.
August 25, 2011.
President Bullard Speaks with "Reuters Insider."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses some policy options available to the Fed, state-contingent monetary policy, and his economic outlook during a "Reuters Insider" interview.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses some policy options available to the Fed, state-contingent monetary policy, and his economic outlook during a "Reuters Insider" interview.
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July 29, 2011.
President Bullard Talks with Bloomberg Television.
President Bullard discussed the state of the U.S. economy, policies aimed at stimulating medium-term growth, the U.S. fiscal situation, and the need for policymakers to focus on measures of inflation that include food and energy.
President Bullard discussed the state of the U.S. economy, policies aimed at stimulating medium-term growth, the U.S. fiscal situation, and the need for policymakers to focus on measures of inflation that include food and energy.
July 29, 2011.
President Bullard Appears On CNBC.
During an interview on CNBC, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his views on the U.S. fiscal situation, quantitative easing and the economic outlook.
During an interview on CNBC, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his views on the U.S. fiscal situation, quantitative easing and the economic outlook.
July 1, 2011.
President Bullard Appears On CNN.
During an interview on CNN, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his views on the U.S. fiscal situation, quantitative easing and the economic outlook.
During an interview on CNN, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his views on the U.S. fiscal situation, quantitative easing and the economic outlook.
May 18, 2011.
President Bullard Appears On Bloomberg Television.
During an interview on Bloomberg Television, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his views on U.S. monetary policy, inflation, and the economic outlook.
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During an interview on Bloomberg Television, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discussed his views on U.S. monetary policy, inflation, and the economic outlook.
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April 13, 2011.
2011 Homer Jones Memorial Lecture.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave opening remarks and introduced Axel Weber.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard gave opening remarks and introduced Axel Weber.
April 12, 2011.
President Bullard on "Reuters Insider."
During a "Reuters Insider" interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the Fed's quantitative easing program, state-contingent balance sheet policy, unemployment, and other topics.
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During a "Reuters Insider" interview, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard shared his views on the Fed's quantitative easing program, state-contingent balance sheet policy, unemployment, and other topics.
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February 28, 2011.
President Bullard Appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box." As guest co-host, he discussed a variety of topics, including state budget concerns, the Fed's quantitative easing program and his thoughts on the U.S. economy. Bullard also answered questions submitted by viewers.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appeared on CNBC's "Squawk Box." As guest co-host, he discussed a variety of topics, including state budget concerns, the Fed's quantitative easing program and his thoughts on the U.S. economy. Bullard also answered questions submitted by viewers.
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December 20, 2010.
President James Bullard speaks with CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the Fed's quantitative easing program at length, including the FOMC's regular review of the program. Bullard also touches on recent financial market conditions, the labor market, and Fed transparency in this 3-part video.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the Fed's quantitative easing program at length, including the FOMC's regular review of the program. Bullard also touches on recent financial market conditions, the labor market, and Fed transparency in this 3-part video.
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December 1, 2010.
President James Bullard speaks with Fox Business.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the economy and addresses "QE2" and the Fed's Dual Mandate during an interview with Fox Business.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the economy and addresses "QE2" and the Fed's Dual Mandate during an interview with Fox Business.
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October 8, 2010.
President James Bullard Guest Hosts CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard guest hosts CNBC's "Squawk Box" program live from the lobby of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard guest hosts CNBC's "Squawk Box" program live from the lobby of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
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September 9, 2010.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard co-hosts CNBC's "Closing Bell."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the economy and U.S. competitiveness on CNBC's "Closing Bell."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the economy and U.S. competitiveness on CNBC's "Closing Bell."
August 27, 2010.
President James Bullard Speaks with CNBC in Jackson Hole.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box" from the Kansas City Economic Symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyo., to discuss the outlook for the U.S. economy and potential Fed strategies.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box" from the Kansas City Economic Symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyo., to discuss the outlook for the U.S. economy and potential Fed strategies.
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July 30, 2010.
President James Bullard Discusses Deflation Risks on CNBC's "Squawk Box."
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box" to discuss inflation. deflation risks and his paper "The Seven Faces of 'The Peril.'"
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard appears on CNBC's "Squawk Box" to discuss inflation. deflation risks and his paper "The Seven Faces of 'The Peril.'"
June 15, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with CNBC in Hong Kong.
Bullard discusses the U.S. recovery.
Bullard discusses the U.S. recovery.
May 25, 2010
Rate path depends on recovery
Rate path depends on recovery
April 15, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business News.
Bullard discusses economic trends and Fed policy decisions.
Bullard discusses economic trends and Fed policy decisions.
April 14, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business News.
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the Beige Book, the economic outlook, unemployment and the FOMC decision-making process.
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St. Louis Fed President James Bullard discusses the Beige Book, the economic outlook, unemployment and the FOMC decision-making process.
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March 23, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with The Wall Street Journal.
Recovery Is on Track.
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Recovery Is on Track.
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March 22, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with CNBC.
The "extended period" language is putting us in a box.
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The "extended period" language is putting us in a box.
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February 8, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business News.
The U.S. credit rating, Greece's impact on the U.S. economy, and the outlook for growth. Potential inflation and boosting the Fed to prevent another financial crisis.
The U.S. credit rating, Greece's impact on the U.S. economy, and the outlook for growth. Potential inflation and boosting the Fed to prevent another financial crisis.
January 12, 2010.
President Bullard Speaks with CNBC Shanghai.
Low Interest Rates to Stay; Inflation Subdued.
Low Interest Rates to Stay; Inflation Subdued.
December 21, 2009.
President Bullard on Government Regulation.
December 7, 2009.
President Bullard Discusses Current Monetary Policy.
December 2, 2009.
President Bullard Speaks on CNBC's "Closing Bell."
On the economic outlook and the Fed's monetary policy beyond interest rates.
On the economic outlook and the Fed's monetary policy beyond interest rates.
August 21, 2009.
President Bullard Speaks with Fox Business Channel.
Discusses Economic Outlook.
Discusses Economic Outlook.
June 30, 2009.
President Bullard on Exit Strategies for the Fed.
June 15, 2009
President Bullard Discusses the Economy
President Bullard Discusses the Economy
