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Core inflation has already peaked

The modest growth of unit labour costs and appreciation of the dollar this year suggest that core inflation is unlikely to rise much further. With inflation quiescent, we expect the Fed to continue raising interest rates gradually, and to move quickly to the side-lines next year as economic growth slows below potential.

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