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27 Jul 2026, 01:10 UTC · 1h ago

Here's What Markets Are Now Saying About Fed Rate Hikes This Year

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Futures and bond markets currently price in a high probability of at least two, and potentially up to four, quarter-point interest rate hikes by the end of the year. — Expectations of rising interest rates typically compress valuation multiples for equities and increase borrowing costs for companies.
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Energy costs have surged again, with Brent crude returning to over $96 per barrel following the collapse of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. — Higher energy prices act as a tax on consumers and businesses while fueling the inflation that prompts the Fed to raise rates.
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The U.S. labor market remains strong, providing the Federal Reserve with the economic headroom to prioritize inflation control over growth support. — A tight labor market reduces the likelihood of rate cuts and increases the probability of further tightening to cool the economy.
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