担心再次提高利率正在损害美国节日销售和商业计划。 Fears of another rate hike are hurting U.S. holiday sales and business plans.

对另一次提高利率的担心正在抑制美国企业的节日精神,因为不断上涨的借贷成本威胁到关键圣诞季节的利润率和消费者支出。 Fears of another interest rate hike are dampening holiday spirits for U.S. businesses, as rising borrowing costs threaten profit margins and consumer spending during the critical Christmas season. 许多零售商和小企业主报告说,在投资或雇用方面犹豫不决,称未来货币政策不确定。 Many retailers and small business owners report hesitation in making investments or hiring, citing uncertainty over future monetary policy. 美联储可能决定维持高通货膨胀率以对抗通货膨胀,这引起了焦虑,有些公司推迟了扩张计划,另一些公司则警告说销售量减少。 The Federal Reserve's potential decision to maintain high rates to combat inflation has created anxiety, with some companies delaying expansion plans and others warning of reduced sales.