Market-Implied Path of the Fed Funds Rate

Market-Implied Change in Fed Funds Rate Traders are anticipating a total of 75 bps in interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve over the next 12 months. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

Interest Rates – Fed Funds Futures Curve

Interest Rates – Fed Funds Futures Curve After the Federal Reserve’s recent meeting, the slope of the fed funds futures curve has increased slightly, indicating a shift in market expectations regarding future interest rate movements. Image: The Daily Shot

Federal Funds Target Rate

Federal Funds Target Rate While the Fed has begun easing monetary policy, the current federal funds rate remains notably above their estimated neutral rate, with plans for further gradual reductions to bring it closer to neutral over time. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

U.S. Money Market Fund Assets and Fed Funds Rate

U.S. Money Market Fund Assets and Fed Funds Rate The current environment suggests that a substantial amount of capital is poised to flow back into equity markets, driven by expectations of favorable economic conditions and monetary policy adjustments. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

U.S. Money Market Fund Assets vs. Federal Funds Effective Rate

U.S. Money Market Fund Assets vs. Federal Funds Effective Rate U.S. money market funds are sensitive to changes in interest rates, and historical trends indicate that they often experience outflows approximately 12 months after an initial Fed rate cut. Image: Real Investment Advice

S&P 500 Index and Fed Funds Effective Rate

S&P 500 Index and Fed Funds Effective Rate While Fed rate cuts typically provide a short-term boost to market sentiment, historical trends suggest they often coincide with economic slowdowns. Image: Real Investment Advice

U.S. Domiciled Mutual Funds

U.S. Domiciled Mutual Funds While U.S. money market holdings remain historically low, equity allocations are high, reflecting a significant shift in investor behavior towards riskier assets in pursuit of higher returns. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

U.S. Recessions – 6-Month Fed Funds Minus Current Fed Funds Rate

U.S. Recessions – 6-Month Fed Funds Minus Current Fed Funds Rate Historically, U.S. recessions have often followed periods of bearish short-term interest rates, particularly when the Fed cuts rates in response to economic downturns or signs of slowing growth. Image: BofA Research Investment Committee

S&P 500 TTM YoY EPS vs. Fed Funds Target

S&P 500 TTM YoY EPS vs. Fed Funds Target Traditionally, when the Fed starts cutting interest rates, corporate profits tend to decelerate. However, this’s not the case today, highlighting the unique economic landscape we face. Image: BofA US Equity & Quant Strategy

U.S. Fed Funds Target Rate

U.S. Fed Funds Target Rate While “panic rate cuts” have historically been associated with negative market outcomes, the current context suggests that Wall Street may be embracing these cuts as necessary adjustments rather than signs of economic distress. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy

2-Year U.S. Treasury Yield – Fed Funds Rate

2-Year U.S. Treasury Yield – Fed Funds Rate The current spread between the 2-year U.S. Treasury yield and the federal funds rate suggests that the bond market perceives the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy as tight. Image: Morgan Stanley Wealth Management