12月FOMC前的“人造迷雾”

Group 1: Economic Indicators - The unemployment rate increased by 0.12 percentage points in September, rising from 4.32% in August to 4.44%, nearing the Fed's year-end forecast of 4.5%[12] - Non-farm payrolls showed a significant fluctuation, with September's job growth only at 119,000, indicating a potential underestimation of employment weakness[8] - The persistent rise in unemployment suggests that the labor supply is not as weak as previously thought, contradicting the low job growth figures seen in recent months[12] Group 2: Federal Reserve Policy Outlook - Following the October FOMC meeting, market expectations for a rate cut in December dropped to below 30%[5] - The current baseline scenario anticipates a rate cut in December, with potential quarterly cuts in the first half of next year, reaching a cycle endpoint of 3%-3.25%[30] - The Fed's balance sheet expansion is expected to be clarified as early as the March meeting next year, emphasizing the importance of maintaining liquidity for the U.S. economy[30] Group 3: Market Implications - If the Fed does not cut rates in December, there is a risk of further weakening in the real economy and increased volatility in U.S. stock markets, particularly in the AI narrative[29] - The divergence in monetary policy expectations may lead to one of the most fragmented FOMC decisions in history, reflecting political influences on the Fed's decisions[30] - The uncertainty surrounding Trump's policies could lead to greater market volatility and faster capital outflows from the dollar[31]