Market Anticipates Powell’s Jackson Hole Speech Amid Rate-Cut Speculation

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Bond traders are betting on a Federal Reserve rate cut next month, with Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole being a key moment that could influence market expectations. The market is currently pricing in at least one rate cut by the end of the year, driven by weakening job data and inflation concerns, although recent hot inflation data has introduced some uncertainty. Investors are closely watching upcoming economic reports to gauge the likelihood of further easing, amid political pressure and market dynamics.
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