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 | Sep 2026 | 6.86 | ±0.00 |
| 1 | Oct 2026 | 7.00 | ±0.084 |
| 2 | Nov 2026 | 7.00 | ±0.10 |
| 3 | Dec 2026 | 7.18 | ±0.11 |
| 4 | Jan 2027 | 7.25 | ±0.12 |
| 5 | Feb 2027 | 7.25 | ±0.12 |
| 6 | Mar 2027 | 7.36 | ±0.13 |
| 7 | Apr 2027 | 7.50 | ±0.13 |
| 8 | May 2027 | 7.50 | ±0.13 |
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Bank Prime Lending Rate. Percent Per Year. Average of Month.
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| October 27, 2026 | |
| Indicator | Rate, % |
|---|---|
| Prime Rate | 7.00 |
| 30 Year Treasury Bond | 5.30 |
| 10 Year Treasury Note | 4.99 |
| 91 Day Treasury Bill | 4.22 |
| Fed Funds | 3.88 |
| SOFR | 3.93 |
| 30 Year Mortgage Rate | 7.32 |