Why the Fed is likely to cut interest rates again despite inflation uptick, solid economy
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for a 3rd straight meeting despite a recent inflation pick-up and solid economy and job market.
Fed Likely to Cut Rates This Week Despite Strong Economy
“We look for the (Fed) to reduce the fed funds rate by 25 bps while simultaneously emphasizing that future rate cuts will be slower-going and data dependent,” said Sam Bullard, managing director and for Wells Fargo’s corporate and investment banking group.
The little-known reason why the Fed will continue to lower rates in 2025
It’s a good bet that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates not only at this week’s meeting but in 2025 as well. That’s because current rates are significantly contractionary, according to sophisticated statistical models that estimate what the real short-term interest rate should be in order to be neither expansionary nor contractionary.
Here's what to expect from the Fed's interest rate decision this week
The Federal Reserve will announce a rate decision on Wednesday, Dec. 18. Economists are now expecting fewer cuts in 2025.
Federal Reserve Is Likely to Slow Its Rate Cuts With Inflation Pressures Still Elevated
Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week’s Federal Reserve meeting
Inflation Hangs Around, Slowing Rate Cut Pace
The Fed’s policymakers are likely to signal fewer interest rate cuts next year than were previously expected. The officials are set to reduce their benchmark rate, which affects many consumer and business loans,
Fed Signals Slower Rate Cuts as Inflation Stays Above Target
The Federal Reserve is set to take a more cautious approach, as inflation remains above its two percent target.
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