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A tight labor market remains a sticking point in the Fed’s battle against inflation. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s take on why the strong job market is only part of the full economic picture.

Why the Data Isn’t as Mixed as It Seems Fed Chairman Jerome Powell acknowledges improving inflation data, but the job market remains strong. See our take in this week’s Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary.

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Improving inflation data sent the markets higher; however, risks remain. See Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte’s take on why the Fed may need to revise its thinking on employment and inflation.

What Next for the Fed? With inflation continuing to drop, the Fed faces a decision on what it views as a normal, healthy economy. See our view in this week’s Northwestern Mutual Market Commentary.