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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Fed jumbo 50 bps rate cut should not raise alarm, analyst says
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Fed jumbo 50 bps rate cut should not raise alarm, analyst says

Last updated: September 9, 2024 11:37 am
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The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting is causing quite a stir in the financial world, with opinions on the potential rate cut divided. Some analysts, such as Michael Yoshikami, CEO of Destination Wealth Management, believe that a bold 50 basis point cut would send a positive signal that the Fed is prepared to support job growth without signaling deeper concerns of a broader economic downturn. Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz also advocates for a half-point interest rate cut, arguing that the Fed may have tightened policy too quickly in the past.

Market expectations are leaning towards a rate cut at the upcoming meeting on September 17-18, with traders currently pricing in a 75% chance of a 25 bps reduction and a 25% chance of a more aggressive 50 bps cut. While a larger cut could fuel fears of an impending recession, Yoshikami remains optimistic, pointing to low unemployment rates, historically low interest rates, and strong company earnings as indicators of economic resilience.

On the other hand, some experts, like George Lagarias, caution against a significant rate cut, warning that it could send the wrong message to markets and potentially trigger a self-fulfilling prophecy of economic urgency. Thanos Papasavvas, founder and chief investment officer of ABP Invest, also remains cautiously optimistic, noting that while concerns about an economic downturn are rising, the underlying components of the economy, such as manufacturing and unemployment rates, are still holding strong.

As the debate continues to unfold, market volatility remains a key concern. The recent sell-off in major indexes, including the S&P 500, has raised eyebrows, but Yoshikami attributes this to profit-taking after a strong month of gains rather than underlying economic weakness. With differing opinions among experts and market participants, all eyes will be on the Federal Reserve’s decision next week and the potential impact it may have on the economy and financial markets.

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