Tag: fed

Fed, also known as Federal Reserve, is the central bank of United States. It is one of the most powerful institutions in the world, actions of which affect almost anyone on the planet.

CAD strengthens following a 75  bps rate hike
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CAD strengthens following a 75 bps rate hike

This afternoon, the Bank of Canada raised interest rates by 75 basis points to 3.25%, which was in line with the market's expectations.
Gold looked under $1700 level
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Gold looked under $1700 level

Determination in the fight against inflation confirms the hawkishness of the monetary policy. Gold reacted negatively and tested a level of $1700.
USD/JPY trades at 24-year highs
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USD/JPY trades at 24-year highs

Today's US labor market data will surely cause some large volatility.
S&P 500 defends 4,000 USD, sentiment improves
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S&P 500 defends 4,000 USD, sentiment improves

A short-term corrective rally could occur in the markets, but the fundamental situation favors selling any rallies in stocks.

Jackson Hole statement determined the next move in markets

Jerome Powell delivered an important speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium, which should clearly determined the economy's future.
EUR/USD remains below parity after Jackson Hole Symposium
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EUR/USD remains below parity after Jackson Hole Symposium

The Fed's Powell reiterated that the Fed would continue to raise borrowing costs & that the central bank has no intention of switching to a more dovish policy.
SP500 jumps ahead of Powell’s speech
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SP500 jumps ahead of Powell’s speech

This week will provide investors with more insight into the Federal Reserve's plans for interest rate hikes, with Chairman Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole.
USDJPY jumps to cycle highs
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USDJPY jumps to cycle highs

The USD has been trending higher recently as the Fed's next steps are being judged by investors.
EUR/USD trades at parity again
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EUR/USD trades at parity again

This week will be dominated by the Federal Reserve's meeting in Jackson Hole on Friday while EUR/USD got below parity again.
Swiss gold export soars to 202 tonnes in July
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Swiss gold export soars to 202 tonnes in July

The price of gold is under 1800$ and demand is rising. China's import of Swiss gold was up by 147% in July. Fed remains a big question.
AUD/USD ticks higher after labor data
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AUD/USD ticks higher after labor data

This morning, the Australian dollar traded higher after data showed that the Australian labor market deteriorated.
Is U.S. inflation going to change the trend of Gold?
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Is U.S. inflation going to change the trend of Gold?

The U.S. inflation data surprised markets with lower numbers. With this optimism, gold tries to break above resistance.