9月FOMC会议点评：联储预防式降息的背景与影响

Group 1: FOMC Meeting Insights - The FOMC lowered the interest rate by 25 basis points to a range of 4.0%-4.25%, aligning with market expectations, with 11 out of 12 voting members in favor[29] - The economic growth forecast for this year was raised from 1.4% to 1.6%, while the unemployment rate forecast for next year was adjusted down from 4.5% to 4.4%[31] - The dot plot indicates a divided view on future rate cuts, with 10 out of 19 members predicting three or more cuts this year, while one member forecasts a total cut of 150 basis points[41] Group 2: Economic Conditions and Risks - Current economic conditions support a "preventive" rate cut, characterized by weakening but not deteriorating employment and economic indicators[4] - The recession risk is low, with the NBER's recession probability at only 0.8%, significantly below historical averages[5] - The personal credit default rate has increased but remains manageable, indicating overall good health in household and banking sectors[4] Group 3: Market Implications - The preventive rate cut is expected to boost equity markets, particularly benefiting interest-sensitive sectors like real estate[6] - The dollar index may experience a slight rebound due to improved fundamentals, while the long-term interest rates may face upward pressure if employment improves or inflation remains high[7] - Domestic monetary policy remains focused internally, with limited necessity for the central bank to follow the Fed's rate cuts due to unclear demand-side improvements[28]