Gold prices rose on Monday, supported by weak bond yields, as investors awaited US inflation data scheduled to be published later this week in search of more indications about the path the Federal Reserve will take on interest rates after an easing trend last week. Gold rose in spot transactions …
Read More »Dollar declines amid increasing possibilities of a US interest rate cut
The dollar is on track to record its largest weekly decline against other major currencies since July, affected by the increasing possibility of a cut in US interest rates next year, while the euro and the pound received support on Friday as central banks in Europe continue their tendency to …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, December 13
After the Federal Reserve meeting, the US Dollar experienced a significant collapse. As expected, the central bank decided to keep interest rates unchanged. Market analysts are forecasting three rate cuts for 2024. Fed Chair Jerome Powell leaned dovish, adding fuel to the rally in Treasury bonds. He refrained from declaring …
Read More »Jerome Powell sheds light on FOMC’s pause decision
Fed Chair Jerome Powell explained the decision to keep the policy rate, federal funds rate, unchanged at the range of 5.25-5.5% and responded to questions in the post-meeting press conference.Quotes from Post FOMC meeting press conference“It’s not likely we will hike further.”“Policymakers are thinking, talking about when it will be …
Read More »Canadian dollar gains some support from crude oil rally
The Canadian dollar is moderately gaining support from a crude oil rally. Markets are still tepid this week, with CAD traders waiting until Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem’s appearance late Friday before finding tradeable headlines. Markets are eagerly waiting the Federal Open Market Committee meeting to deliver their updated …
Read More »Gold slightly higher as all eyes focus on looming FOMC decision
Gold prices are up a bit after hitting a three-week low overnight, while silver is slightly down after scoring a four-week low overnight. The marketplace is quieter just ahead of some important US economic data coming out today. February gold was last up $3.20 at $1,996.40. Gold is trading at …
Read More »US dollar steadies ahead of FOMC decision, Powell’s remarks
The US dollar is expected to remain steady against major G20 currencies ahead of the US Federal Reserve meeting, with traders anticipating a firm pushback on rate cuts from the Fed. The official rate announcement and initial guidance will be released at 19:00 GMT, followed by a press conference with …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, December 11
On Wednesday, all eyes will be on the Federal Reserve and Chair Powell. During the Asian session, New Zealand will disclose current account figures, and Japan will release the Tankan survey. The Producer Price Index (PPI) will provide more inflation data in the United States.On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will …
Read More »FOMC keeps rate policy unchanged in line with expectations
As expected, the Federal Reserve policymakers decided to leave US policy rate unchanged at the range of 5.25%-5.5% for the second consecutive time. The decision has just been announced and FOMC Chairman Jerome Powell will speak on the policy outlook and respond to questions in the post-meeting press conference, starting …
Read More »FOMC decision preview: How will Fed react to surging T-yields?
Since July, the Federal Reserve has not increased interest rates. That hasn’t made borrowing costs any less crippling for consumers. In September, the Fed hit the pause button. The US central bank will most likely decide its rate decision on Wednesday in light of key financial conditions, developments and economic …
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