Crédit Agricole CIB
June 26, 2026
US Macro Weekly
Weekly UpdateRates Govt BondsEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsInformation TechnologyEnergy
This report provides a US macroeconomic outlook, projecting steady but slowing growth through 2026. The analyst maintains a base case for an extended Fed hold, albeit with increased risks of rate hikes due to inflation stickiness and geopolitical headwinds.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The Fed is expected to hold rates through end-2026, though persistent sticky inflation and potential rate hikes are considered a 'realistic possibility' due to geopolitical risks.
- 2.Jobs data remains a primary focus, with NFP expected to step down to +105k in June while the unemployment rate is projected to hold steady at 4.3%.
- 3.The US economy shows resilience despite regional instability, with investment in AI categories driving growth expectations for Q226.
Table of Contents
- Week ahead
- Week in review
- US Economic Outlook
- US Macro Weekly: Economic Calendar
- US Macro Weekly: Economic Calendar (extended)
- Week(s) ahead
- Data Review
- Fed
- Washington DC
- Markets
- US Dashboards
- US Inflation Forecast
- Macro Research advanced tools
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Authors
Nicholas Van Ness
Securities
S&P 500
Themes
AI-driven CAPEXFed Policy AsymmetryGeopolitical impact (Iran War)Inflation Stickiness
Regions
Middle EastUnited StatesIran
