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Will the Federal Reserve increase the benchmark interest rate (fed funds rate) at the next FOMC meeting after September 2026?
Fed Governor Michael Barr signaled in September 2026 that further interest rate hikes will likely be necessary, amid growing… 61 opinions, 62% Yes
- Yes — 62%
- No — 38%
Deadline: November 10, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC · 61 opinions
Resolution rules
Fed Governor Michael Barr signaled in September 2026 that further interest rate hikes will likely be necessary, amid growing inflationary pressures related to energy prices and the conflict with Iran.
Source: www.reuters.com
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How is this event resolved?
Resolvido com base na decisão oficial do FOMC divulgada no comunicado pós-reunião publicado em federalreserve.gov. Considera-se 'Sim' se a taxa-alvo for elevada em qualquer magnitude.
How are points scored?
Points depend on the share of votes your side had when you gave your opinion. Being right earns 100 minus that share. Being wrong costs that share.
Right now Yes has 62% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 38 points, a wrong one costs about 62.