Dongxing Securities Co.,Ltd.(SH:601198) Dongxing Securities·2025-09-18 09:59Group 1: Federal Reserve's Policy Shift - The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by 25 basis points, bringing the policy rate to 4-4.25% while continuing quantitative tightening (QT) [4] - The Fed's economic growth forecast for 2023 was slightly raised to 1.6% from 1.4% in June, with a 2024 forecast of 1.8% [6] - The median policy rate projection was adjusted down to 3.6%, down from 3.9% in March and June [6] Group 2: Economic Indicators and Concerns - U.S. GDP growth slowed from 2.5% last year to 1.5% in the first half of 2023, primarily due to a decline in consumer spending [6] - Inflation expectations remained stable, with PCE inflation at 3.0% in June and September, compared to 2.7% in March [6] - The unemployment rate forecast remained unchanged at 4.5% for June and September, indicating a slight increase but still at historical lows [6] Group 3: Market Reactions and Future Outlook - The proposal for a 50 basis point rate cut did not gain widespread support, reflecting caution among committee members regarding inflation risks [8] - The Fed's current policy shift is seen as a response to softening labor market data, with a focus on managing risks rather than responding to an economic downturn [8] - There is a perceived risk of the Fed being slow to cut rates further, with two more rate cuts expected within the year [9]