Forecast of WSJ Prime Rate
Prime Rate Forecast Values
Bank Prime Lending Rate. Percent per Year, Average of Month.
| Month | Date | Forecast Value | Avg Error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Nov 2025 | 7.00 | ±0.00 |
| 1 | Dec 2025 | 6.83 | ±0.084 |
| 2 | Jan 2026 | 6.72 | ±0.10 |
| 3 | Feb 2026 | 6.25 | ±0.11 |
| 4 | Mar 2026 | 6.08 | ±0.12 |
| 5 | Apr 2026 | 5.75 | ±0.12 |
| 6 | May 2026 | 5.38 | ±0.13 |
| 7 | Jun 2026 | 5.15 | ±0.13 |
| 8 | Jul 2026 | 5.00 | ±0.13 |
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Bank Prime Lending Rate. Percent Per Year. Average of Month.
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| December 12, 2025 | |
| Indicator | Rate, % |
|---|---|
| Prime Rate | 7.00 |
| 30 Year Treasury Bond | 4.85 |
| 10 Year Treasury Note | 4.19 |
| 91 Day Treasury Bill | 3.63 |
| Fed Funds | 3.64 |
| SOFR | 3.66 |
| 30 Year Mortgage Rate | 6.22 |