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Will Daniel

'Two steps forward, one step back': Experts weigh in on November’s jobs report and Powell's big inflation challenge

A welder works on an overpass on the Irving Interchange infrastructure project at the site of the former Dallas Cowboys Stadium on August 10, 2022 in Irving, Texas. (Credit: John Moore—Getty Images)

When a strong jobs report comes across the desk of the Federal Reserve’s chairman, it’s normally cause for celebration.

After all, Fed officials have two main duties in their role managing the U.S. central bank—maintain price stability for everything bought and sold in the economy and ensure “maximum employment.” 

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