**Loretta Mester:**[** ]()** __(04/02/2024) __ ** There is no reason to reduce the rate at the next meeting** A strong economy gives the Fed room to take stock before cutting rates. ** I don’t expect a smooth return to 2% inflation** [forexlive.com] (https://www.forexlive.com/centralbank/feds-mester-still-expects-the-fed Source