Fed Likely to Hold Rates in September, Hike Expected by December

Published: Aug 25, 2026 11:31

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[SMM Precious Metal Express] According to CME's FedWatch, the probability of the Fed holding rates steady in September is 63.8%, with a 36.2% chance of a 25bp rate hike. For October, the probability of no change is 51.8%, with a 41.4% chance of a 25bp hike and a 6.8% chance of a 50bp hike. For December, the probability of no change is 32.8%, with a 67.2% chance of at least a 25bp hike.

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