Gundlach calls for 50 basis point Fed rate hike amid rising US yields

Jeffrey Gundlach, a prominent bond investor, has stated that the U.S. federal funds rate should increase by 50 basis points, suggesting that U.S. yields are expected to continue their upward trajectory. The comment highlights a material shift towards tighter monetary policy, which could impact short-term funding costs and exert upward pressure on Treasury yields. The current effective federal funds rate is around 3.63%, with broader benchmark data placing it at approximately 3.75%. The 10-year Treasury yield has been hovering near multimonth highs at about 4.80%, while the 30-year yield exceeds 5.25%. Key Takeaways Gundlach’s call for a 50 basis point hike appears to align with expectations of a tighter monetary policy. Current market pricing suggests participants view the likelihood of a rate hike by the September 2026 Federal Reserve meeting as slightly more probable, with a 55% YES probability. The October 2026 meeting maintains a higher probability for a rate hike, currently priced at 64% YES, consistent with expectations of continued policy firming. What to Watch The Federal Reserve’s upcoming meetings on September 15–16 and October 27–28 will be critical in determining the fu...