Market week ahead: Fed’s Expected December Rate Cut Poised to Set the Tone for Global Central Banks in a Pivotal Week for Monetary Policy.

The Fed is widely expected to cut rates this week, a move that could set the tone for other major central banks as they approach their final meetings of 2025. While the Swiss National Bank is likely to hold steady, the Bank of England remains split, with some expecting a cut and others warning that inflation is still too sticky. The ECB is also expected to stay put, while the Bank of Japan may even hike, adding potential volatility to markets. Overall, the Fed’s decision on December 10 will shape global policy shifts throughout the month.

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