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Fed Faces June 17 FOMC Decision With 89% Odds of No Change — 4.2% CPI Keeps Cut Hopes on Ice

The Federal Reserve's FOMC meets June 16-17, with prediction markets assigning roughly 89% to 99% odds that the federal funds rate stays unchanged at 3.50%-3.75%. May CPI came in at 4.2% year-over-year, well above the Fed's 2% target, while unemployment near 4.3% has reduced expectations for near-term rate cuts. Investors are watching closely for any shift in the Fed's policy bias under new Chair Kevin Warsh.

Webster Financial Q4 Earnings Top Estimates but Shares Retreat on Expense Pressure

Webster Financial reported fourth-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations on net interest income and fee growth, but the stock fell as investors weighed rising expenses and margin compression. The performance highlights mixed signals in the banking sector as institutions navigate higher funding costs and moderating loan demand ahead of anticipated monetary policy decisions.

Ally Financial Reports Q4 Sales Below Street Estimates Amid Revenue Stagnation

Ally Financial disclosed fourth-quarter 2025 results showing sales that disappointed analysts, with only modest year-on-year growth. The results reflect challenges for digital banking platforms navigating margin pressure and competitive headwinds. Despite the revenue miss, Ally maintained steady operational performance with cautious guidance for 2026. Investors weighed the implications for regional bank valuations amid broader financial sector volatility.