Natixis Economist Predicts Final Fed Rate Hike in December

Key Findings

Christopher Hodge, chief US economist at Natixis, expects core CPI to come in slightly softer than forecast and sees inflation continuing to ease. He discusses the impact of higher energy prices, potential labor market weakness and housing pressures, while forecasting one final Fed rate hike in December before the tightening cycle ends.

Background

Hodge's prediction comes as the Fed reviews its policy path, with inflation and employment rates expected to play key roles in the decision.