Markets26 October 2026
Federal Reserve faces rate-hike decision as strong jobs data and 3.4% inflation persist
via The Wall Street Journal
The Fed could hike rates 25 basis points at next week's meeting after stronger-than-expected jobs data and inflation holding at 3.4%. Markets price in a one-in-three chance of an immediate hike, with a 25bp move fully priced by September. Rate hikes typically pressure equities and strengthen the dollar.
Original source
The Wall Street Journal
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