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Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady as Kevin Warsh Says Rising Treasury Yields Tighten Financial Conditions 
Markets are pricing in another 25 bp rate cut at today's FOMC meeting, bringing the fed funds rate below its current 3.75%–4.00% range. The move itself is mostly expected, with CME FedWatch and big desks giving around 80%–90% probabilities to a cut, thus only a modest probability is seen for a pause. Consequently, the emphasis is less on whether the Fed decreases and more on how it sets the choice in the light of slowing economic growth, a softening labor market, and persistent inflation.
Recent figures indicating lower CPI/PPI readings and shrinking employment have reinforced the argument for more "insurance" easing without implying a rush into a harsh cutting cycle. Rising downside risks to employment and lower upside to inflation have been underlined by federal officials, including New York Fed President John Williams, hence covering at least one more cut. Whether this is viewed as a short succession of moves or the early phase of a more continuous easing path will depend heavily on the statement language on labor-market conditions, inflation persistence, and the balance of risks together with the dot plot and 2026 rate projections.
As Chair Powell is expected to emphasize data-dependence and maintain optionality for more rate cuts in early 2026 while fighting against expectations for a quick, front-loaded loosening cycle, his news conference will influence market behavior across assets. Equities and credit incline bullish into a cut, but a “hawkish cut” message could cap gains and generate volatility. USD, front‑end Treasuries, gold, and crypto will trade mainly on any shift in the implied 2026 path: a softer dots profile and dovish tone would support duration and higher‑beta FX/crypto; a more cautious stance would bolster the dollar and temper easing expectations.
