Nearly every major bank now expects the Fed to raise rates for the first time in three years. Markets have mostly priced it in, but the political fallout could run deeper than one hike.
- The Federal Reserve is widely expected to raise interest rates for the first time in three years due to persistent inflation, with markets pricing in a near-certain quarter-point hike.
- Higher rates are anticipated to negatively impact assets like Bitcoin by increasing borrowing costs and making safer government bonds more attractive, though the market's reaction will depend on future rate hike expectations.
- The decision comes amidst political pressure from President Trump for lower rates and before the midterm elections, with significant attention on Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's statements regarding future monetary policy.
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