Fed Rate Cut Expected but Hawkish Tone Persists, JPMorgan Traders See One Cut Next Year and Powell’s Inflation Warning

COINOTAG News reports that the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting is anticipated to deliver a rate cut, though the accompanying tone may skew hawkish as policy officials stress that inflation remains a risk. For JPMorgan traders, two points matter: first, the dot plot signals only one rate reduction next year; second, Powell has underscored lingering inflation concerns and has not pledged further cuts.

That policy path suggests gradual normalization rather than aggressive easing, which could temper exuberance in crypto and other risk assets while clarifying liquidity dynamics.

In the near term, single-cut trajectory with a hawkish tilt may restrain upside momentum but support a cautious risk environment. Monitor Powell’s inflation commentary for policy credibility.