Barclays has reaffirmed its forecast regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy, predicting cuts in 2026. This outlook comes from a recent report by the bank's US economists, highlighting key insights into the Fed's future actions. According to the official information, these predictions are based on current economic indicators and trends.
Federal Reserve Rate Cuts Expected
The report indicates that the Federal Reserve is expected to implement two 25 basis point cuts in March and June 2026. Barclays emphasizes that the likelihood of a delay in these cuts is greater than the current baseline scenario, suggesting a cautious approach from the Fed.
Alignment with December Meeting Minutes
Additionally, the minutes from the Fed's December monetary policy meeting align with Barclays' expectations, indicating that rates are likely to remain steady during the upcoming January meeting. Economists from the bank noted that the Federal Open Market Committee requires more time to evaluate the effects of previous interest rate adjustments before making further changes.
Peter Schiff recently raised concerns about the economic outlook for 2026, suggesting a downturn for Bitcoin amid inflationary pressures, contrasting with Barclays' forecast of interest rate cuts. For more details, see Schiff's predictions.
