Fed Rate Cut Hopes Persist Amid Economic Data Gaps Caused by Government Shutdown

Fed Rate Cut Hopes Persist Amid Economic Data Gaps Caused by Government Shutdown

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Fed Rate Cut Hopes Persist Amid Economic Data Gaps Caused by Government Shutdown

Fed Rate Cut Hopes Persist Amid Economic Data Gaps Caused by Government Shutdown
The U.S. government shutdown has stalled several economic data releases, clouding short-term growth and inflation forecasts. Despite limited visibility, markets continue to price in two Federal Reserve rate cuts before year-end. The S&P 500 (US500) rose 0.09% today and remains up nearly 17% year-on-year, reflecting investor confidence in monetary easing prospects and corporate earnings resilience amid persistent fiscal uncertainty and macroeconomic headwinds.