THE BIGGEST INVESTMENT BANKS: HERE’S WHAT THE FED WILL DO IN 2025

The U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its December 17-18 meeting.

Updated economic forecasts will be released, showing plans for rate cuts in 2025 and possibly 2026.

The Fed faces challenges like high inflation, a strong job market, U.S. election outcomes, and global geopolitical risks.

Analysts predict the Fed’s comments will be slightly cautious (hawkish), indicating fewer rate cuts ahead.

The Fed might suggest it is close to ending its rate-cutting cycle.

Major investment banks expect the Fed to emphasize caution and highlight uncertainty about future rate cuts.