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Rising rate expectations tend to improve banks' net interest income and profitability; history shows banks' equities often rally with rate hikes if the path is gradual and well-communicated. However, risks include potential for higher funding costs and slower loan growth; cross-border and currency effects could offset some gains.
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Barclays is predicting two 25-basis-point Fed hikes in September and December, driven by hawkish signals from Chair Warsh. A higher-rate trajectory could lift Barclays' net interest income and funding margins, supporting earnings. However, the actual impact will hinge on the bank's rate sensitivity, cost of deposits, and mix of international operations.
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