Barclays "expects a 0.25 percentage point rate cut this week"…possible dissent within the Fed

The Federal Reserve (Fed) appears likely to see divided opinions among members over the size of a rate cut at this week's meeting. Global investment bank Barclays expects the Fed to cut rates by 0.25 percentage point while also raising the possibility that some members may push for a larger cut.

On the 27th (local time), according to the economic news channel Walter Bloomberg, Barclays said in a report, "The Fed is likely to cut rates by 0.25 percentage point this week," adding, "however, Director Miran may call for a more aggressive cut, while some other members may prefer to hold steady."

Markets are also paying attention to the possibility that the Fed may signal the end of balance sheet reduction. This could be interpreted as a clear sign of easing from a monetary tightening stance.