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Q: How much of factor US-China trade conflict in rate cut decision?

- A: Not one factor, broad range. Trade policy included, such as talks with

China. We have to react to developments, hard to exactly say. Have seen that

when there is a confrontation we see it impact confidence. Businesses will tell

you that [trade uncertainty] has been a challenge.

Q: How much consensus do you want no see for these decisions?

- A: Range of views on the committee, but completely unified on dedication to

make best decisions we can make. Wouldn't have it any other way. (Repeats

previous statements of what they are looking for)