Morgan Stanley has revised its outlook to a more hawkish stance, predicting two rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank due to persistent inflationary pressures.

US · 2026-09-15

1. Step 1 · The triggerMorgan Stanley forecasts two rate hikes each from the US Fed and ECB due to persistent inflation.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onHigher policy rates in the US and EU lift benchmark yields and raise the discount rate for assets.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onBorrowing costs rise and asset valuations compress, pressuring rate-sensitive businesses and consumers.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youUS SMEs with floating-rate debt or credit-dependent customers face higher financing costs and softer demand.

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