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Powell Signals Possible Rate Cuts. Markets React
Fed Hints at Pivot as Growth Slows
October 15, 2025
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🔥 The Big BulletPowell Hints at Possible Rate Cuts, Boosting Market OptimismWhat happened: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell gave his strongest signal yet that interest rate cuts may be coming soon. He stated that the Fed may stop shrinking its balance sheet and said the economy has cooled enough to consider easing. Investors quickly took this as a sign that monetary policy could shift toward more support. The remarks led to a broad market rally and lifted investor sentiment heading into Q4. Powell’s tone was softer than usual, with fewer warnings about inflation. Instead, he focused on signs of slowing growth and tightening financial conditions. This change in tone came just as earnings season kicks off. It also follows a year of aggressive rate hikes to fight inflation. Why it matters: A shift in Fed policy could make borrowing cheaper and help companies and consumers alike. Powell’s comments suggest that the central bank believes its efforts to slow inflation are working. That could mean fewer hikes or even cuts, in the near future. If that happens, stocks and bonds could continue to rise. The market has already responded positively, with regional banks seeing their best two-day rally since 2016. Investors tend to cheer lower rates because they make loans and investing more attractive. Businesses may also be more willing to hire and expand. Still, the Fed will watch inflation and job numbers closely before making any changes. What’s next: The next few inflation reports will be key. If prices continue to cool, the Fed could start cutting rates as soon as early 2026. Powell made no promises, so markets will watch his future comments for more clues. Investors should also keep an eye on bond yields, which may fall if rate cuts become more likely. A shift in rates could also impact mortgage costs, a major concern for homebuyers. As earnings season begins, any signs of weakness in corporate profits could reinforce the Fed’s softer stance. But if inflation ticks back up, the Fed may have to delay any easing. Either way, Powell’s tone this week has clearly changed the conversation.
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