# Federal Reserve's Balancing Act: Market Uncertainty After October Rate Cut
In today's episode, we explore how Wall Street is recalibrating following the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate decision. After the October rate cut lowered the federal funds target to 3.75-4%, markets are processing Chair Powell's surprising statement that "a rate cut in December is far from a done deal," revealing significant disagreement among Fed policymakers.
With inflation still running above the Fed's 2% target (CPI at 3% in September), businesses face a complex landscape. Despite the economy adding 119,000 jobs recently, underlying weaknesses persist, creating tension between stimulating growth and avoiding renewed inflation.
For businesses and investors, this represents a delicate balancing act. While borrowing costs have decreased slightly, long-term planning remains challenging. Analysts project the Fed will continue this cautious approach through 2026, especially with signs of
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