Federal Reserve Likely To Maintain Interest Rates, Predicts CME

According to Odaily, the CME's 'Federal Reserve Watch' has predicted that the Federal Reserve is highly likely to maintain its current interest rates. The probability of the rates remaining unchanged in June is estimated at 99.8%, with a mere 0.2% chance of a 25 basis point increase. Looking further ahead to August, the likelihood of the rates staying the same is predicted at 82.3%. The possibility of a cumulative 25 basis point reduction is estimated at 17.5%, while the chance of a 25 basis point increase is projected at a minimal 0.1%. These predictions indicate a strong inclination towards stability in the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy in the coming months.