What will the Fed do? 50bps or 75 bps Hike?

Last week after the CPI report I recall that odds for a 75bp rate hike by the Fed had climbed to 19%. Now it seems that calls for a 75bp hike are coming out of the woodwork, including a WSJ article on Monday that sent US bond yields sharply higher, which carried over into Tuesday.This sets up a tricky call for the FOMC meeting as 50bps could see a relief rally, even one that is short-lived while a 75bp hike would not be a total surprise.Whatever the case, Fed credibility is on the line as it has fallen behind the curve and now has to play catchup, even in the face of what is likely to be slowing growth (note, there are increasing calls for a recession)..As for the reaction, I am wary of even suggesting a relief rally, but given how

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