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Federal Reserve Signals Extended Rate Hold as Inflation Progress Stalls

Federal Reserve officials signaled a prolonged pause in interest-rate cuts, citing uneven inflation progress and resilient labor markets. Markets pared expectations for midyear easing as policymakers emphasized patience and data dependence, reshaping near-term asset-allocation strategies for investors.

Fed Holds Rates: No Cuts Until Inflation Falls to 2%, Powell Says

The Fed kept rates unchanged as inflation progress stalls — here's what officials said, what markets got wrong about timing, and when cuts could finally come.

Federal Reserve Chair Nomination by Trump Stirs Market Volatility

President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair has driven heightened market volatility across U.S. equity and fixed-income markets. Investors are recalibrating expectations for interest rate policy and monetary tightening, triggering sharp moves in key asset classes, including equities, U.S. Treasuries, and safe-haven instruments such as gold and silver.

Federal Reserve Policy and Earnings Catalysts Set to Shape Volatile Week for U.S. Markets

U.S. financial markets enter a pivotal week on January 25, 2026, as the Federal Reserve prepares to hold interest rates steady, while a wave of major corporate earnings reports from the so-called “Magnificent Seven” and other blue-chip companies promises to draw investor focus. Market participants are watching for guidance on future monetary policy, and the convergence of macroeconomic signals and corporate performance may introduce heightened volatility across key asset classes.

Morgan Stanley Shifts Bank of England Rate-Cut Forecast to March 2026

Morgan Stanley revised its outlook for the next Bank of England interest rate cut, now forecasting the move in March rather than February, after U.K. inflation data surprised to the upside. The global brokerage also projects subsequent cuts later in 2026, reflecting persistent inflation above target and mixed growth prospects in Britain’s economy.

Federal Reserve’s Bowman Signals Readiness to Cut Rates Amid Labor Market Risks

Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman emphasized that the central bank should remain prepared to lower interest rates if U.S. labor market conditions deteriorate, highlighting a fragile employment outlook despite ongoing economic expansion. Speaking at a financial outlook forum, Bowman balanced expectations of stable growth with concerns over uneven job market dynamics and persistent inflationary pressures.

Trump Unveils $200B Mortgage Bond Purchase Plan to Boost Housing Affordability

President Trump announced a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase initiative to lower mortgage rates and improve housing affordability, driving rallies in mortgage and homebuilder stocks.

Wall Street Hangs Near Record Highs as Earnings and Inflation Data Shape Market Outlook

U.S. stocks hovered near record highs amidst mixed earnings, inflation data and optimism for future rate cuts.

Mortgage Bond Purchases and Housing Stocks Rally Lift Market Sentiment

Housing market stocks rallied on news that the government will purchase mortgage bonds to reduce rates, boosting builder sentiment and related equities.