In a shocking twist that has left Wall Street reeling and economists scratching their heads, the Federal Reserve has announced it is embracing a new game called “How Low Can You Go?” in a bid to take interest rates to unprecedented depths. The minutes from their recent meeting revealed a lively debate not just about monetary policy, but also about who could best impress potential investors with their limbo skills. “It all started as a joke,” one anonymous Federal Reserve official confided. “We were just sitting around, talking about how low we could actually make interest rates without causing utter chaos, when someone suggested we turn it into an actual competition. Next thing you know, we’re all trying to bend over backwards and see how low we could go—literally!” The minutes, released with much fanfare, indicated that while the Fed is committed to keeping rates low, their determination soon morphed into a series of mini-challenges involving hula hoops, limbo sticks, and even a grand finale involving a trampoline and a giant inflatable dollar sign. “It’s like a combination of fiscal policy and an Olympic event,” said another Fed member, who was spotted practicing his limbo skills during the meeting breaks. “We’re taking a serious situation and injecting some fun into it. Plus, it’s a great way to keep fit while we figure out how to pull the economy out of the depths.” Market analysts, however, are less enthused. “Sure, it’s entertaining, but at the end of the day, we’re still left wondering how low rates can realistically go,” said one economist, rolling his eyes. “Can you really just keep lowering rates until they become negative and we start paying people to borrow money? Where does it end?” Investors, keen on getting in on the action, have begun their own unofficial bets, placing wagers on how many Fed officials can slip under the limbo stick before the interest rates hit rock bottom. The winner will reportedly receive a golden interest rate cut trophy—shaped suspiciously like a dollar sign—along with the lifelong honor of being the official “Limbo Maestro” for the Federal Reserve. As the Dec. 17-18 meeting approaches, speculations grow about whether the Fed will issue a formal decree to make limbo dancing part of their policy discussions. “We need to innovate,” said the not-so-serious Fed official. “If it leads to lower rates and a happier economy, then why not? Besides, no one can resist a good limbo competition!” As the potential “game” unfolds, one thing is certain: whether interest rates rise, fall, or do the limbo, the financial world is in for quite the performance. So, grab your hula hoop and join the fray—because it seems everyone at the Fed has two questions on their lips: “How low can you go?” and “Can I have a raise?”