• October 10, 2024

BlackRock Strategists Predict Gradual Fed Rate Cuts by Early 2025

According to Odaily, BlackRock strategists have indicated in a recent report that the likelihood of rapid interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve is low due to stable economic growth prospects. They stated, 'We believe there is room for the Federal Reserve to lower rates to around 3.5% or slightly higher by early 2025.'BlackRock also noted that the minutes from the Federal Reserve's September meeting suggest a gradual approach to rate cuts. 'We anticipate a normalization of monetary policy rather than a shift to an accommodative stance,' they added.

  • October 10, 2024

Analyst Predicts Slight Increase in Core PCE Inflation for September

According to Odaily, analyst Paul Ashworth stated in a report that considering today's CPI report, the core PCE inflation indicator for September might accelerate from 0.1% in August to 0.2%. However, the annualized rate is expected to be only slightly above the Federal Reserve's 2% target. The PCE data will be released at the end of the month. Additionally, tomorrow's PPI report will help adjust expectations.Ashworth mentioned that if his prediction is accurate, the pace of inflation decline would support a more cautious approach by the Federal Reserve in reducing interest rates by 25 basis points early next month.