Federal Reserve faces market bets for rate hike by December under Warsh
The Federal Reserve is facing market expectations for a rate hike by December 2026 as Kevin Warsh takes over as Chair. Bond traders are pricing in a 25 basis point increase due to persistent inflation above the Fed's target. This shift in monetary policy could impact risk assets, including cryptocurrencies, as higher rates typically reduce speculative investments.
- ▪Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Federal Reserve Chair on May 22, 2026.
- ▪Interest-rate swaps indicate more than 50% odds of a 25 basis point rate hike by December 2026.
- ▪Fed Governor Christopher Waller noted that the central bank's next move could favor a rate hike or a hold.
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