Gold prices surged over 1.7% after the Federal Reserve delivered a widely anticipated 25 basis point interest rate cut. While the market had largely priced in this move, the Fed’s acknowledgment of economic uncertainty and balanced risks bolstered gold’s safe-haven appeal. Gold is trading at 2,704 at the time of …
Read More »Powell explains Fed’s rate cut decision
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell explains the decision to reduce the Federal Funds Target Range (FFTR) by 25 basis points to 4.50%-4.75% following the November meeting and answers questions during the subsequent press conference.The US Dollar remains largely on the defensive following the Fed’s decision to lower its rates by …
Read More »Fed Rate Cut Weighs on Euro, EUR/USD Retreats
The Federal Reserve’s anticipated 25-basis point interest rate cut on Thursday tempered the Euro’s earlier gains against the US Dollar. While the move aligned with market expectations, it shifted market focus to the Fed’s December meeting, where another rate cut is widely anticipated.The Euro, the official currency of the Eurozone, …
Read More »Fed cuts interest rate by 25 basis points as widely expected
The Federal Reserve cut interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected to continue its monetary policy easing cycle. Fed decided, Thursday to lower the policy rate after Donald Trump won the US presidential election.Fed Chairman Powell’s remarks could provide important clues about the rate outlook. The US Dollar …
Read More »Adviser: Trump Will Let Powell Complete His Term As Fed Chair
According to a senior adviser to Trump who asked to remain anonymous in order to discuss private discussions, President-elect Donald Trump is expected to let Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell complete the remaining portion of his term, which ends in May 2026. Jerome Powell, the current chair of the Federal …
Read More »Dow Jones Pauses for Breath Ahead of Fed Decision
The Dow Jones Industrial Average traded in a narrow range on Thursday, holding near its record high. Investors are adopting a cautious stance as they await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision later in the day.The market’s anticipation of a 25 basis point rate cut from Fed Chair Jerome Powell …
Read More »Despite Trump’s Win, Federal Expected To Cut Rates By 25 Basis Points
The American central bank is expected to maintain its monetary easing cycle. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its benchmark policy rate by 25 basis points (bps) at the end of its policy meeting on Thursday, a decision that may seem a footnote given the uncertain economic terrain the …
Read More »U.S. Futures Edge Higher as Focus Shifts to Fed After Trump’s Election Victory
U.S. stock index futures traded higher Thursday morning, continuing the positive momentum generated by Donald Trump’s presidential election win in 2024. The market is now turning its attention to the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later in the day. Futures Overview At 06:20 ET (11:20 GMT), futures showed modest gains across …
Read More »European Stocks Rise on Rebound in Tech and Resource Sectors; Rate Decisions Awaited
European markets advanced on Thursday, driven by gains in technology and resource stocks as investors turned their attention to upcoming monetary policy announcements from the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England (BoE). Key Market Highlights The pan-European STOXX 600 index climbed 0.5%, led by the basic resources sector, which …
Read More »Dollar Retreats After Post-Election Surge, Markets Eye Central Bank Moves
The U.S. dollar pulled back slightly on Thursday, easing from a four-month high reached after Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. Market participants are now focused on upcoming monetary policy announcements from the Federal Reserve and other central banks. Fed Rate Cut Anticipated The Federal Reserve is expected …
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