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Diane Swonk: Export bans on diesel raise risk of higher U.S. prices

Diane Swonk: Export bans on diesel raise risk of higher U.S. prices
Diesel export bans risk higher U.S. prices

Diane Swonk highlights growing concerns that export bans on diesel are becoming increasingly likely. Swonk notes that current research does not offer reassurance, and warns that any short-term drop in diesel prices could be followed by sharp increases if refineries shift their operations to follow financial incentives. She also points out that several parts of the U.S. depend on diesel imports, which could grow in response to these market changes.

Swonk previously cited the Atlanta Fed’s Taylor Rule in showing that current policy rates may be too low to bring inflation back to 2 percent, according to an earlier report. In a separate note, she emphasized that inflation shocks have persisted for over five years, affecting most prices and demand outside of data centers and higher-income groups, as detailed here. These statements highlight Swonk’s ongoing focus on inflation and price stability concerns.

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