Fed Holds Rates, Potential Cuts coming in 2024

Fed Holds Rates, Potential Cuts coming in 2024

Summary On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted unanimously to hold the federal funds rate at a target range of 5.25–5.50%. This marks over a year and eight consecutive meetings since the Committee last adjusted the target range,...
Fed interest rate cut bets adjust after PCE inflation report

Fed interest rate cut bets adjust after PCE inflation report

VOLUME 206: WEEK ENDING JUNE 29, 2024 The Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation eased slightly in May, reaching its lowest level in over three years, potentially strengthening the case for an autumn rate cut.The Bureau of Economic Analysis’ PCE...