توقع: Fed Decision in September?

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Market context

The market bets on whether the Federal Open Market Committee raises the upper bound of the target federal funds rate by any basis points at its September 2026 meeting, with the crowd currently pricing a hike at just 2%. This low probability clashes with traditional market-implied expectations from mid-2026, where traders saw roughly an 80% chance of a September hike after holding steady in July, suggesting the current 2% figure reflects a sharp, recent re-evaluation of inflation or employment data rather than historical precedent [1].

Historically, September rate moves have been rare when the Fed is in a “hold” phase earlier in the year; the 2% implied probability aligns more closely with periods of unexpected economic softness than with the 80% hike odds seen in June 2026, indicating the market now expects a flat path or even cuts before late 2026 [1][3]. Goldman Sachs Research has pushed its projection for the first rate cuts in this cycle to June 2027, reinforcing a view that hikes are unlikely this year and making a September increase an outlier event unless inflation spikes unexpectedly [3].

Traders should watch the July 28–29 FOMC statement for any shift in the dot plot or language on inflation persistence, as a surprise hold or cut there would cement the 2% September-hike probability [1][2]. Key catalysts include the August employment report and September CPI data, which could force a repricing if inflation remains above the 2% target, alongside any comments from Fed officials on the terminal rate path [1][8]. The CME FedWatch Tool and Polymarket odds currently show a 90% chance of no change in July, with only a 9.7% chance of a 25bps hike, supporting the view that September is unlikely to break the flat path unless new data emerges [2][4].

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Methodology

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Resolution & payout

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FAQ

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