US Fed Rate Cut: Implications for the IT Sector
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 01:58
US Fed Rate Cut: Key Impacts on IT Services Sector
The US Federal Reserve's recent 50 basis points rate cut marks the start of a new monetary easing cycle, igniting crucial discussions about its impact on the IT sector. JM Financial has conducted an analysis that delves into three major trends impacting the IT services sector.
Identified Trends
- Interest costs: The gradual rise in corporate interest costs compared to Fed rate hikes.
- De-leveraging: A noticeable marginal de-leveraging across multiple sectors.
- Operational costs: A decline in operational expenses percentage relative to revenue.
Despite immediate optimism, JM Financial cautions that the true revival of corporate spending should be expected to be gradual. This follows historical patterns showing a slowdown in IT services exports during Fed rate cut cycles.
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