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The Market Observatory: Rate Cut Forecast [Audio]

Written by Chris Fasciano | Jan 14, 2026 3:31:41 PM

As we approach the Fed's next meeting at the end of January, what do we expect the central bank to do about rates? In this month's Market Observatory episode, Sam and I talk about the likely path ahead, the tug-of-war between headlines and fundamentals, and how a pause on rates may shift investor focus to corporate earnings, which continue to beat expectations.

Listen in to our full conversation below.