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To: russwinter who wrote (58202)	4/13/2006 10:45:01 PM
From: CalculatedRisk	Respond to of 110194

Fed Watch: Policy in Transition economistsview.typepad.com From Dr. Tim Duy. Excerpt: "... recent data reveals that the economy enjoys enough momentum to justify another rate hike in May. That is something of a given at this point; the real question is the June meeting. I continue to feel that the Fed would like to take a pass at that meeting on the expectation of slowing economic growth, but make it clear that the odds of tightening beyond that remain about 50%. The question is whether the data will continue to support such a move, especially since policymakers would likely risk somewhat higher interest rates now to avoid even more aggressive hikes later. Particularly important is the relative impact of possible higher commodity prices versus expectations of slowing demand growth. Another possible path comes to mind. As the play on housing becomes less stimulative, will market participants find yet another asset play to maintain household wealth? ..."

To: russwinter who wrote (58202)	4/14/2006 10:15:21 AM
From: GST	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 110194

When the US economy plunges into the toilet it won't be because of housing prices or money supply -- it will be because we stopped doing anything worthwhile to address the critical issues we face on planet earth and to create real value while solving the problems associated with our activities: biz.yahoo.com