The Federal Reserve's latest moves have reinforced expectations that borrowing costs may remain stable throughout the second half of 2026, though a sharp divide among policymakers highlights the ongoing uncertainty surrounding inflation and the future path of monetary policy, pundits say.

Fed holds rates steady between 3.5% and 3.75%. Rate cuts in 2026 at 20.5% YES.

The Federal Reserve held rates at 3.5%-3.75% at its June 2026 FOMC meeting under new Chair Kevin Warsh, with futures pricing in a 66% chance of a rate hike.

Fed projects high rates and inflation above 2% until 2028. Rate cut after June 2026 at 0.1% YES.