US Fed Rate Cut Hopes Rise Again: What’s Happening & Why India is Watching Closely
US Fed Rate Cut Hopes Rise Again: What’s Happening & Why India is Watching Closely
Global market sentiment saw a lift after Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman signaled that a rate cut could be on the table as early as July’s FOMC meeting — provided inflation and labor market data remain supportive.
This comes on the heels of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s cautious speech and adds fresh fuel to market hopes of monetary easing, despite earlier indications of a wait-and-watch approach.
What Did Fed Governor Bowman Say?
Bowman hinted that:
A rate cut in July is possible if upcoming inflation and job market numbers continue to ease.
The inflationary effects of Trump’s proposed tariff wave would likely be temporary and not a long-term policy concern.
This gave traders and investors in the US a much-needed confidence boost, with US stock futures rising post-announcement.
US Markets Reaction
US futures turned positive after Bowman’s remarks.
Traders are now pricing in a higher probability of a July rate cut, with expectations building ahead of Powell’s upcoming two-day testimony before Congress starting today.
Unless geopolitical risks — particularly from the Iran-Israel front — escalate sharply, US markets are expected to close positively.
How Will This Impact Indian Markets?
The Indian stock market is likely to mirror global optimism:
Positive opening expected for Nifty and Sensex, driven by global cues.
FII inflows may increase as the prospect of US rate cuts weakens the dollar and improves risk appetite for emerging markets.
Rate-sensitive sectors like banks, NBFCs, autos, and real estate could see buying interest on hopes of global monetary easing.
Rupee may appreciate modestly against the dollar if US yields ease further.
IT and export sectors could see marginal caution due to currency movements and global rate policy implications.
Key trigger ahead: Jerome Powell’s testimony to Congress, where markets will keenly watch for any additional clues on rate policy direction.
Final Word
With global liquidity cycles in focus again and Fed rate cut hopes revived, Indian markets could benefit in the short term. But investors should stay vigilant for Powell’s Congressional testimony and any escalation in Middle East geopolitical tensions, which remain key risk factors.
By Saurabh Jain
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