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Report published June 21, 2026

US Economic Notes: Deutsche Bank Analysis on Fed Policy and Market Outlook

Deutsche Bank · June 21, 2026

Deutsche Bank's weekly US economic note outlines a shift to a more hawkish Fed regime under Chair Kevin Warsh. The firm now forecasts two 25bps rate hikes in 2026, citing persistent inflation concerns.

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Key Takeaways

  • 1.Fed Chair Kevin Warsh has implemented a 'regime change' in communications and established five new task forces to address policy framework and data reliance.
  • 2.Deutsche Bank updated its Fed view to forecast 50bps of rate hikes in 2026, targeting a 4.1% fed funds rate following September and December increases.

Table of Contents

  • US Economic Notes
  • Appendix 1
  • Additional Information

Report data

DB US economic forecast summary

MetricEstimateContext
Fed Funds Rate Forecast (End-2026)4.1%Base case forecast for the fed funds rate.
Source: Deutsche Bank Research. This is a dated model snapshot, not a live forecast.

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