US July PCE inflation met expectations, but consumer spending unexpectedly stalled, casting doubt on economic resilience. Market pricing for a rate hike in September quickly rose to 42%, putting the Federal Reserve in a dilemma between “fighting inflation” and “maintaining growth.” After the data was released, tighter-policy expectations again took control of market sentiment, raising concerns about amplified volatility.

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