[Federal Reserve Governor Says Keeping Rates Unchanged is a Wise Move Amid Heightened Uncertainty] According to a report by Jinse Finance, on March 27, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr stated that as factors such as the Middle East conflict complicate efforts to push the inflation rate toward the 2% target, policymakers are in a position to keep interest rates stable. Barr emphasized that the impact of tariffs on inflation may persist beyond this year; he also noted that non-housing services inflation and core inflation remain elevated. 'Given the potential significant uncertainty that developments in the Middle East could bring to our economy, as well as other factors I mentioned earlier, it is wise to take some time to assess the situation,' Barr said during a speech at the Brookings Institution in Washington on Thursday. 'Our current policy stance places us in a good position to maintain policy stability while evaluating new data, the economic outlook, and the balance of risks.' (Zhitong Finance)