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  • Fed is likely to lower rates only two more times, even under Trump’s next chair pick

    From cnbc.com

    Despite the expected arrival of a new Trump-appointed Federal Reserve chair in coming months, respondents to the CNBC survey are only forecasting modest changes to the funds rate over the next two years. The results, which mirror pricing in the fed funds futures market, show that neither Wall Street nor economic forecasters believe that the next Fed chair will drive down overnight rates toward the low levels demanded by the president. The survey shows the average outlook is for two more quarter-point cuts this year, or 50 basis points, with no reductions expected yet for 2027. The funds rate is seen settling around ... (full story)

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Trader#0360
Jan 27, 2026 2:53pm
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It must be quite difficult for Mr. Powell and his family to endure the many hurtful and professionally damaging remarks from the President. I would anticipate that the President would show courtesy and respect to senior public figures, even if he disagrees with them. I believe it is unacceptable on the basis of basic human decency.
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spzd
Jan 27, 2026 3:23pm
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Hey CNBC, don't you get tired of always being wrong.
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Trader#6678
Jan 27, 2026 11:02pm
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https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/int...atch-tool.html

8th December 2027

200-225: 0.1%
225-250: 1.1%
250-275: 5.4%
275-300: 16.3%
300-325: 28.8%
325-350: 29.0%
350-375 (Current): 15.2%
375-400: 3.7%
400-425: 0.5%
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Trader#2944
Jan 28, 2026 2:16am
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I think that Mr Powell would make a far better job of being President of the United States than draft dodger and market manipulator Trump and his crappy ballroom. Never mind, when its finished all you Americans can have a ball!
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Trader#36FD
Jan 27, 2026 8:38pm
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The current President is a moron who is ruining the country's economy and currency. So can't expect any form of appreciation from him for anyone.
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