["Fed's Mouthpiece": Jefferson Hints at Needing More Time Before Another Rate Hike] Jin10 News, October 2 – "Fed's mouthpiece" Nick Timiraos reported that Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson hinted that officials might prefer to wait longer before implementing another rate hike. This aligns with the remarks made by New York Fed President John Williams. The two top Fed officials are now subtly questioning the likelihood of an October rate hike, even though just days ago, investors were increasingly betting on such a move. In his speech, Jefferson stated: "Looking ahead, I believe that any future policy adjustments should be determined by carefully analyzing data trends, the evolving economic outlook, and the balance of risks. Since the September meeting, yields across maturities have risen further, suggesting that investors are reassessing the changing macroeconomic landscape. My colleagues and I need to make our own judgments, and this may require more time. I will continue to evaluate whether underlying trends indicate that inflation can return to target levels at a sufficiently rapid pace. As we gather more data, we may gain a clearer understanding of these trends and what stance of monetary policy would be appropriate."