Is the Federal Reserve going to lower interest rates?

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The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lower interest rates by a quarter-point at its upcoming meeting, with further cuts anticipated through 2025 and 2026. This decision is influenced by weaker labor market data, slower inflation, and the impact of a government shutdown on economic reporting. Market participants and analysts are closely watching for signals about future policy direction.

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What to expect from the Fed's interest rate decision

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The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter of a point. 18s
This would be the second rate cut of the year, lowering rates to the lowest since 2022. 23s
The decision comes amid a government shutdown, delaying key economic reports. 29s
Policymakers are relying more on private sector data and market signals due to limited official data. 34s
A small rate cut may slightly reduce borrowing costs, but major relief is unlikely. 53s

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What to expect from the Fed's interest rate decision

CBS America

23 hours ago

What to expect from the Fed's interest rate decision

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter of a point, marking the second cut this year and bringing rates to the lowest level since 2022.

U.S. Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates

Al Jazeera

1 day ago

U.S. Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates

In September, the Fed cut the rate by one quarter of one percent, the first cut this year, and further cuts are expected.

Federal Reserve likely to cut interest rates

CBS America

2 days ago

Federal Reserve likely to cut interest rates

There is a 98% chance investors expect a quarter-point rate cut at the next Fed meeting.

Fed likely to keep cutting interest rates, multiple dangers lurk

CNBC

2 days ago

Fed likely to keep cutting interest rates, multiple dangers lurk

A CNBC survey shows an overwhelming majority expect the Fed to implement further interest rate cuts in upcoming meetings, with up to 100 basis points of cuts anticipated through 2025 and 2026.