All 101 economists expect the Fed to raise rates by 0.25 percentage points in December

All 101 economists surveyed by Reuters between November 6 and 10 expect the Federal Reserve to raise its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points at the December FOMC meeting, lifting the current 3.75–4.00% target range to 4.00–4.25%. Fifty-six respondents see that level as the peak of this hiking cycle, while the remaining 45 anticipate further increases afterward. The unanimous call reflects survey expectations rather than any Fed decision or FOMC vote. The survey matters because it signals broad consensus on another hike even as a majority foresees the terminal rate near 4.25%. What to watch next is the December FOMC meeting and whether policymakers signal a pause or leave the door open to additional tightening.