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The Fed’s battle against inflation risks turning into a forever war—and may last as long as Operation Iraqi Freedom while Iran ‘status quo’ drags on

In a few months, the Federal Reserve will be able to count six years that inflation has been above its 2% target, and central bankers’ own forecasts put “mission accomplished” sometime in 2029.

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In a few months, the Federal Reserve will be able to count six years that inflation has been above its 2% target, and central bankers’ own forecasts put “mission accomplished” sometime in 2029. That means the Fed could fall short on the price-stability portion of its dual mandate for eight straight years—or as long as Operation Iraqi Freedom lasted.

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