Federal Reserve Faces Uncertain Rate Cuts Amid Political and Economic Tensions
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The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter-point to around 4.1%, with most economists predicting up to five cuts by mid-2026 to support economic growth amid a slowdown in hiring and persistent inflation. The central bank is balancing the need to stimulate the economy without risking a recession, with future rate adjustments likely to be gradual and based on economic data.
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