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Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas President Lorie Logan suggested on Monday that the Fed may gradually lower interest rates in the future, provided the economy continues to perform as expected. She also indicated that the Fed plans to continue reducing its balance sheet.Logan highlighted the following key points:Economic Stability: The …

The ECB’s Rate Cut: A Balancing ActThe European Central Bank’s (ECB) decision to reduce interest rates by 25 basis points is a calculated move that reflects the delicate balance between combating inflation and supporting economic growth. While the Eurozone has seen a notable decline in inflation, the ECB remains cautious, …

The European Central Bank (ECB) reduced interest rates by a quarter point at its second consecutive meeting on Thursday, aiming to address sluggish inflation and weak economic growth. This marks the first back-to-back rate cut in 13 years, signaling a shift in the ECB’s policy focus from controlling inflation to …

EUR/USD Plummets Ahead of ECB Rate CutThe Euro is under significant pressure, pushing EUR/USD to multi-week lows as investors anticipate a rate cut from the European Central Bank (ECB). The ECB is widely expected to reduce its interest rates by 25 basis points on Thursday, a move that could further …

The Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, plays a crucial role in managing the country’s money supply and interest rates. When interest rates rise, it becomes more expensive to borrow money, while when they lower, borrowing becomes cheaper. Certificates of Deposit (CDs) are savings accounts that offer …

USD/CAD Surges as BoC Faces Pressure to Ease RatesThe Canadian Dollar (CAD) weakened against the US Dollar (USD) following the release of cooler-than-expected Canadian inflation data. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) declined to 1.6% annually in September, from 2.0% in August, and below estimates of 1.8%.Lower Inflation Signals Rate CutsThe …

The European Central Bank is poised to make another interest rate cut this Thursday, just a few weeks after the last one. However, there are some compelling reasons why this move might be too risky.First, core inflation has been declining in part due to indirect effects of falling energy prices. …

Gold prices experienced a significant uptick on Thursday, October 10th, following the release of mixed economic data from the United States and comments from Federal Reserve officials. While a slight increase in inflation provided a temporary boost, the overall trend was influenced by the anticipation of potential interest rate cuts …

Federal Reserve policymakers have indicated that a series of interest rate cuts is likely in the coming months, citing the ongoing decline in inflation and a resilient job market. However, several officials have also expressed caution, suggesting that the pace of these cuts may need to be adjusted based on …

Inflation in the U.S. eased on an annual basis in September, though it still surpassed economists’ forecasts, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s decision on future interest rate cuts. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key measure of headline inflation, slowed to 2.4% year-over-year, down from 2.5% in August, but higher …