The Fed should lower its rates in March 2024  


28 Dec

The Fed should lower its rates in March 2024  

Economic slowdown rather than recession. Inflation will reach the +2% target in Q2 2024. The Fed will have to cut rates. Continued readjustment of yield curves. The dollar under pressure. Positive outlook for equities.

Key points

  • Significant slowdown after an exceptional 3rd quarter
  • Declining momentum raises fears of recession
  • Leading indicators do not point to recession
  • Relative resilience of the job market
  • The Federal Reserve will have to cut rates
  • Inflation to reach +2% target in Q2 2024
  • Major readjustment of yield curves
  • Dollar suffers as expectations adjust
  • Positive outlook for equity markets