Barclays doubts the Fed will cut as much as currently priced in, a bold statement that throws a wrench into the market’s optimistic outlook. While investors eagerly anticipate significant rate reductions, Barclays argues that the current economic environment doesn’t warrant such aggressive easing. This contrarian view sparks intrigue, prompting a …
Read More »Feds Dot Plot Holds Steady, Jobs Data Takes the Lead
Fed’s ‘dot plot’ signals no rush for another 50bps cut, but jobs data hold sway. The Federal Reserve’s latest “dot plot” – a visual representation of individual policymakers’ interest rate projections – suggests a pause in aggressive rate cuts. However, the strength of the labor market, as reflected in recent …
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