The US Dollar Index (DXY) weakened to the 100.20 region, just to rebound afterwards and reclaim the 101.00 hurdle and beyond in the wake of the FOMC event. The usual weekly Initial Jobless Claims are due on September 19, seconded by the Philly Fed Manufacturing Index, the CB Leading Index, …
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Dollar Hits 2025 Low as Stocks Ease, Safe-Haven Assets Rise Amid Middle East Tensions and Trade Concerns
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Market Analysis
September, 2024
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19 September 2024 1:02 am
How have US Stocks Reacted to FOMC Decision?
The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to lower interest rates has sent ripples through the financial markets, sparking a surge in stock prices. While the move has initially been welcomed by investors, its long-term implications remain uncertain. Let’s delve deeper into the potential impacts of this rate cut on the economy …
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19 September 2024 12:14 am
Powell speech: 50 bps move is a commitment to us not falling behind
Fed Chair Jerome Powell explains the decision to cut the policy rate, federal funds rate, by 50 basis points to the range of 4.75%-5% after the September meeting and responds to questions in the post-meeting press conference.Key quotes:“Housing market is frozen in part due to higher rates.”“As rates come home, …
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18 September 2024 11:39 pm
Gold Prices Plummet Following Fed Rate Cut
Gold prices experienced a significant decline after the Federal Reserve (Fed) announced a 50-basis point rate cut. Despite the reduction, the Fed projected the federal funds rate to reach 4.4% by the end of 2024, indicating a continued tightening stance.Rate Cut and Outlook: The Fed’s decision to lower borrowing costs …
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18 September 2024 11:00 pm
Powell: FOMC decisions are never about politics or anything else
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell explains the decision to cut the policy rate, federal funds rate, by 50 basis points to the range of 4.75%-5% after the September meeting and responds to questions in the post-meeting press conference.Key quotes“Immigration is one of the things that has allowed unemployment rate to …
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18 September 2024 10:38 pm
USD/JPY retreats after Fed delivers 50 bps rate cut
The US dollar fell to a low of 140.80 on Wednesday when the Fed announced a 50 basis point cut in interest rates, just as the markets were getting ready for Fed Chair Powell’s press conference. In an effort to meet market expectations, US central bank policymakers have lowered interest …
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18 September 2024 10:03 pm
FOMC cuts interest rate by 50 bps to 4.75%-5%
Following its meeting in September, the FOMC decided to 50 bps to 4.75%-5% as widely anticipated. Key hints on the outlook for interest rates are expected from the updated Summary of Economic Projections and comments made by Fed Chairman Powell. Depending on the magnitude of the interest rate cut, the …
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18 September 2024 8:32 pm
FOMC poised to start easing cycle amid uncertainty about rate cut size
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lower the policy rate after the September meeting. The revised Summary of Economic Projections and Fed Chairman Powell’s remarks could provide important clues about the rate outlook. The US Dollar faces a two-way risk depending on the size of the interest rate cut. …
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18 September 2024 3:09 pm
U.S. Stock Index Futures Rise Slightly Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
U.S. stock index futures pointed slightly higher on Wednesday as investors awaited a highly anticipated decision by the Federal Reserve, which is expected to result in the first interest rate cut since March 2020. By 06:22 ET (10:22 GMT), S&P 500 futures were up by 8 points (0.1%), Nasdaq 100 …
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18 September 2024 1:48 pm
UK Inflation Steady in August; Services Sector Inflation Rises, Impacting BoE Rate Decision
British inflation held steady in August, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) remaining at 2.2%—matching expectations but falling short of the Bank of England’s (BoE) latest projection of 2.4%. However, a notable increase in services sector inflation has added complexity to the central bank’s upcoming decision on interest rates. Consumer …
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18 September 2024 11:58 am
Oil Prices Dip as Weak Economic Data Outweighs Middle East Tensions and Fed Rate Expectations
Oil prices fell on Wednesday after two consecutive sessions of gains, with weak macroeconomic data weighing on demand and offsetting concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East. Investors were also keeping an eye on the U.S. Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision, which could have bullish implications for crude …
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18 September 2024 3:09 am
Euro Softens on Eurozone Outlook
The Euro has experienced a decline in recent trading, primarily due to a combination of weak economic data and growing expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. As investors digest the implications of these developments, the currency pair has come under pressure.Weakening Economic SentimentA key factor contributing to the …
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18 September 2024 2:51 am
Market Drivers: Eve of FOMC’s Most Uncertain Meeting in 2024
The US Dollar Index (DXY) experienced a temporary respite from its recent decline, supported by a rebound in US T-yields and anticipation of a potential 50-basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve. The upcoming FOMC meeting on September 18 will be a crucial event, shaping market dynamics in the …
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