Will the Fed signal a rate cut? All eyes on Powell's remarks
Following the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting today, Chair Jerome Powell is expected to maintain a cautious stance.
The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) is focused on the interest rate decision it will announce following the conclusion of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting today. Mohit Kumar, global economist at Jefferies, indicated that Fed Chair Jerome Powell will likely provide careful assessments regarding expectations for interest rate cuts during his post-meeting press conference.
Market participants estimate that it is likely the Fed will lower the policy rate by 25 basis points. Kumar noted that Powell will likely address the recent slowdown in the labor market and signal that the door is open for a rate cut in December, while emphasizing that such a decision will be data-dependent.
According to Jefferies' analysis, Powell's statements will be shaped by the current state of the economy. The institution also highlights that it is possible the Fed will announce an end to its quantitative tightening policy.
Investors are closely monitoring the Fed's next steps regarding monetary policy and the roadmap that Powell will outline in his remarks.
News Source: 12punto
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