Federal Reserve officials leaned towards reducing the benchmark interest rate in September, assuming inflation keeps declining. Minutes from the July meeting indicated likely policy easing, with Chair Jerome Powell expected to provide more details in an upcoming speech. Recent economic data presents a mixed picture, affecting trader expectations and economic sentiment.
Market expects one more rate cut as inflation stays benign
Indian economists and bond market experts expect another quarter percentage point cut in policy rates. This follows the Reserve Bank of India’s recent rate reduction
December 9, 2025