Fed Rate Cut News: Traders Eye Pivot After Soft Inflation Data

By Drift Striker · February 19, 2026

When U.S. inflation cooled more than expected in January—falling to 2.4% from December’s 2.7%—markets seized on fresh bets that the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates as soon as March. Futures markets now price in roughly a 50% chance of rate relief, signaling growing optimism on a policy pivot. A Clear Signal: Soft Inflation Boosts […]