dovishness
Americannoun
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While that pattern exists, it is worth noting that his dovishness has appeared in commentary rather than coming from a policy-making seat with real responsibility.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026
Precious metals are likely supported by a combination of erratic trading hours on the CME and continued Fed dovishness, Sucden Financial writes in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025
“The market reaction to the Fed’s dovishness is overblown. Economic fundamentals have not changed and the Fed could raise again after a pause,” said Gaffney.
From Reuters • Feb. 3, 2019
Caro’s analysis of LBJ’s hawkishness is misleading; his depiction of RFK’s dovishness is untrue.
From Slate • May 31, 2012
He was an outspoken critic of the Viet Nam War long before dovishness became fashionable in the Wall Street community.
From Time Magazine Archive
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