John D. Kiambuthi
2 min readMay 4, 2023

The Fed Meeting Explained: More Yawns Than a Lullaby

Are you having trouble sleeping at night? Look no further than the Federal Reserve meeting to put you to sleep faster than a lullaby. Here's a breakdown of what happened at the latest Fed meeting, and why it was more yawn-inducing than a sloth on a Sunday.

First off, the Fed decided to keep interest rates unchanged. Yawn. Didn't we see that one coming? It's like expecting your parents to say no when you ask for money. Sure, you hold out hope that this time will be different, but deep down, you know the answer.

Next, the Fed talked about inflation. Double yawn. They said that inflation is rising, but it's just temporary. It's like saying that the party is getting wild, but don't worry, the cops are on their way to shut it down. We all know it's just a matter of time before the party starts up again.

Then there was talk about the labor market. Triple yawn. The Fed said that the job market is improving, but it's still got a long way to go. It's like saying that your favorite team is up at halftime, but there's still another half to play. Sure, there's hope, but we've all been let down before.

Finally, the Fed talked about their plans for tapering their asset purchases. Quadruple yawn. They said that they'll start tapering "when it's appropriate." It's like saying that you'll start your diet "when you're ready." We all know that day might never come.

In conclusion, the Fed meeting was more yawn-inducing than a sloth on a Sunday. If you're having trouble sleeping, just read up on the latest Fed meeting. You'll be snoozing in no time.

John D. Kiambuthi
John D. Kiambuthi

Written by John D. Kiambuthi

Corporate Finance & Securities Analyst stuck between a bull and a bear. Finding balance between risk & reward in a chaotic market. Humorous approach to finance.

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