Recent Fed policy has driven trader sentiment around the federal funds target range, currently at 3.75-4.00% after the September 2026 25-basis-point hike. Persistent inflation near 3.4% year-over-year and resilient growth prompted the first tightening since 2023, with the September dot plot showing a median 4.1% endpoint for 2026 and steady rates through 2027. Softer September payrolls have tempered October hike odds below 20%, yet futures and prediction markets price in at least one additional increase by year-end. Key catalysts ahead include the October 28-29 FOMC meeting, October CPI release, and December decision, which will shape whether the upper bound tests 4.25% or holds amid evolving labor and price data.
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