Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s Post

Federal Reserve decided to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 5-1/4 to 5-1/2 percent. In considering any adjustments to the target range for the federal funds rate, the Committee will carefully assess incoming data, the evolving outlook, and the balance of risks. The Committee does not expect it will be appropriate to reduce the target range until it has gained greater confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward 2 percent. #fomc #2024outlook #marketpredictions #globaleconomics #financialmarkets #cfoinsights #growth #inflation #bondmarket #treasury #currencies #rates

GlobeSt.com: Many Bet the Federal Reserve Will Cut Rates Soon Deutsche Bank's economists are predicting the Fed will lower interest rates by 175 basis points off the current federal funds rate range. Wall Street says interest rate futures indicated Monday a 52% change the Fed will lower rates by at least 1/4th of a percentage point by May. Rate cuts in 2024 are not a given, but these predictions are something to look forward to. #realestate #cre #commercialrealestate #investmentproperty #investment #investorinsight #thefed #federalreserve #interestrates #dtmgroupcre 

The market now confidently expects interest rate cuts in 2024, but in its Panglossian view of the world is ignoring the level of financing and re-financing which western governments have to undertake during the year.  The U.S. is increasingly relying on short-term financing (i.e., T bills rather than coupon-paying bonds) to do this, and I question whether that is any different from the Asset Purchase Programme they undertook during QE. The Federal Reserve may indeed have no good options left now, but it seems to me that the end-game is now increasingly clearly monetary debasement and eventually much higher inflation.  #bondyields #interestratecuts #magicmoneytree #monetarydebasement

The Federal Reserve has paused its series of interest rate hikes after 10 consecutive months. This decision carries significant implications for our investment landscape. Let's explore strategies to navigate this new environment effectively. Read the full article to learn more! 💼 #InvestmentImplications #FederalReserve #NewOpportunities

Money market funds are offering the highest rates of return seen in over a decade… Which probably explains why they’ve caught the attention of both advisers and clients over the past year. But how long can this last for? Our Head of Investments Solutions, James Flintoft, delves into how interest rates are driving markets at the moment in his latest investment article 💻 “Interest rates remain one of the major driving forces behind markets at present. With a possible peak in rates in the rear-view mirror, expectations for the first cut and who will be the first mover amongst the Fed, the Bank of England and the ECB are being hotly debated.” Start reading: https://lnkd.in/edKVtHRr

The Federal Reserve has made a unanimous call to raise the benchmark federal-funds rate, settling it within the range of 5.25% to 5.5%. This measured move comes after a brief pause in rate increases last month and stands as the 11th incremental raise since March 2022, when rates were lifted from near zero. A prudent course of action to navigate the evolving economic dynamics. #FederalReserve #MonetaryPolicy  https://lnkd.in/ecsaJ8-F

The Reserve Bank to maintain the cash rate at 4.35%, as they strive to sustainably support inflation reducing to its target level. This news, along with many economists’ predictions of interest rates more likely to fall end of this year or early 2025, will present opportunities for property investors. Contact our experienced investment strategists to find out what this means for you. https://hubs.la/Q02Cbd0H0 #ironfish #togetherinproperty #propertyinvestment #propertyportfolio #rbaannouncement #rbacashrate.

There is a growing belief among economists, traders, and investors that the Federal Reserve will be compelled to lower interest rates. Deutsche Bank's economists predict a reduction of 175 basis points off the current federal funds rate range, potentially bringing it down to 3.5% to 3.75%. Wall Street is reportedly gearing up for rate cuts, with interest-rate futures indicating a 52% chance of a rate reduction by May 2024, according to CME Group data. Bill Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management, expresses optimism and suggests the Fed might start cutting rates as early as Q1 2024 due to concerns about a weakening economy. However, the timing and certainty of rate cuts remain uncertain, with factors like inflation and economic progress playing a role in the decision-making process. #interestrates #fed #2024planning #market #realestate #multifamilyinvesting

John Cochrane is the author of “The Fiscal Theory of the Price Level” and in this Op-Ed piece has nicely explained the current monetary policy implementation mechanism that targets ample reserves in the banking system. That’s one of the reasons why aggressive interest rate hikes by the Fed have not caused a credit crunch in the economy. #federalreserve #inflation #ustreasuries #fiscaldeficit #quantitativetightening https://lnkd.in/dbMZaVhx

In line with market expectations, the #BankOfEngland’s Monetary Policy Committee again voted to maintain interest rates at 5.25%. Read Ross Barr, CFA’s, Senior Multi-Asset Strategist, comments on the latest decision, how inflation trends have improved through the year, and how fiscal conditions will limit the incoming government’s room for manoeuvre here: https://lnkd.in/eYuxMFV7 #InterestRates #Inflation #GeneralElection