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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%.

 
Today's Opening FX Rates
 
      % Change Day* End 2025
EUR/USD 1.1471   -0.63 -2.33
EUR/GBP 0.8567   0.08 -1.70
GBP/USD 1.3384   -0.73 -0.66
GBP/EUR 1.1667   -0.08 1.73
*versus Previous Day's European Open

All rates quoted are indicative market rates.