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New York Fed chief hints at year-end rate hike amid inflation persistence

Sep 24, 2026, 5:43 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Policy path shifts tighten financing conditions and compress equity valuations. A higher probability of October tightening supports higher yields and lower P/E multiples, similar to 2018-2019 periods when rate expectations weighed on equities despite growth data.

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New York Fed President John Williams said another rate increase by year-end is reasonable if data stays firm and inflation remains above target. The remarks, alongside rising odds of an October hike, reinforce expectations for further tightening and could pressure equities in the near term while keeping yields elevated.

Williams: another rate hike likely by year-end. Data will guide decisions.
Fed raised rate to 3.75-4.00% this month. Markets expect more hikes.
CME FedWatch Oct hike odds at 77.5%. Inflation above target persists.
Officials signal ongoing policy adjustments to curb inflation.

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