ICYMI: Federal Reserve Chair Warsh weighs cutting Fed meetings, biggest policy shake-up in decades
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A reduction in meeting frequency would change how markets price the pace of policy adjustment, since fewer scheduled opportunities to move rates could widen the gap between data surprises and Fed responses. Traders may need to recalibrate expectations around emergency meetings as
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Warsh Fed appointment unlikely to deliver rate cuts, analysts warn
The desk believes that Kevin Warsh's appointment as Fed chair will not lead to the anticipated rate cuts, given the current inflationary pressures and a hawkish FOMC. Per the full note [source], analysts highlight that inflation remains significantly above the Fed's target, complicating any potential easing of monetary policy. Market expectations have shifted towards pricing in a rate hike instead of a cut, reflecting a broader reassessment of the Fed's trajectory. This change in sentiment is critical for traders to consider as they navigate the evolving landscape of U.S. monetary policy.