Good Morning ,
Here’s a quick look at today’s economic news and market activity:
- Markets traded cautiously yesterday ahead of the US Feds policy decision.
- The Fed raised rates by 25bps, bringing the federal funds rate to 3.75-4.00%.
- The updated dot plot showed most policymakers expect at least one more rate hike this year.
- Chair Warsh struck a hawkish stance, reiterating the Fed's focus on price stability.
- The hawkish Fed tone and higher US yields supported the dollar.
- EUR/USD fell below $1.15 and GBP/USD traded under $1.34.
- Focus now turns to the Bank of England today, which is expected to leave rates unchanged at 3.75%.
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