Customer Quote by Janet Yellen
“During the 1970s, inflation expectations rose markedly because the Federal Reserve allowed actual inflation to ratchet up persistently in response to economic disruptions - a development that made it more difficult to stabilize both inflation and employment.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Outlook Remarks, Federal Reserve, 1975
Inflation expectations surged as the Fed tolerated rising prices, making it harder to achieve price and job stability.
In simple terms: Expectations rose because the Fed let inflation climb, hurting stability.
Key Takeaway
Control expectations to stabilize economy.
Themes
inflation
monetary policy
expectations
employment
stability
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
economic
policy
historical
When to use this quote
- central bank meetings
- budget planning
- business investment
- wage negotiations
Key Concepts
price dynamics
policy credibility
expectation formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policymakers re‑anchor expectations?
- What tools best curb persistent inflation?
A Different Perspective
If expectations become unanchored, policy may lose effectiveness.
