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NZDUSD weakens sharply after the FOMC, losing 2% in two days

The Kiwi sank 2% in just two sessions as Powell’s balanced FOMC stance erased dovish bets and strong US data boosted the dollar. A grim New Zealand GDP miss added further pressure on NZDUSD, leaving traders eyeing key levels for the pair.

18-09-2025 14:05 GMT by Elior Manier

EUR/USD Technical: Euro bullish trend intact despite 1.2% sell-off after FOMC

The EUR/USD hit a 4-year high of 1.1919 after the Fed’s 25 bps rate cut, but reversed to close -0.5% lower as Powell struck a less dovish tone, calling the move a “risk management” cut. The pair extended its decline to 1.1780 in Asia, down 1.2% from the post-FOMC high. Despite the Fed’s cautious stance, futures still price in three cuts for 2026, keeping the dollar under pressure and supporting the euro’s broader uptrend.

18-09-2025 11:55 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Gold Retreats, Equities Choppy as Markets Digest Fed Decision, DAX Up 1%. BoE Meeting Up Next

Global markets are volatile after the Fed's rate cut, with choppy equities and retreating gold. The BoE meeting is next, and the DAX is up 1%. This article provides a comprehensive overview of market reactions, including Asian and European performance, currency movements, and commodity updates. It also previews the upcoming BoE meeting and offers technical analysis on the DAX.

18-09-2025 07:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/CAD Outlook: Head and Shoulder Pattern in Play as Fundamentals Provide Interesting Dilemma

Analysis of USD/CAD's current outlook, highlighting a head and shoulder technical pattern and a dilemma between the Federal Reserve and Bank of Canada's differing paces of rate cuts. The article also considers the impact of oil prices, trade agreements, and client sentiment on the currency pair.

17-09-2025 23:24 GMT by Zain Vawda

Bank of Japan (BoJ) Meeting Preview: Maintaining the Status Quo. Implications for USD/JPY

Anticipate the BoJ's policy decision. USD/JPY's direction hinges on Fed rate cuts & Governor Ueda's commentary. Get key technical levels for informed trading.

17-09-2025 22:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Both the FED and BoC cut rates by 25 bps – Market wrap for the North American session - September 17

September 17th North-American Session Recap – After the crazy volatility induced by FOMC and BoC cuts, Markets get ready for two more rate decisions tomorrow. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

17-09-2025 20:35 GMT by Elior Manier

The Federal Reserve 25 bps cut sends markets on fire – SEP, Powell's speech and Market reactions

The Federal Reserve's most anticipated cut finally got released. As Markets get ready for the upcoming Jerome Powell Press Conference, traders already start making moves. Check out Market reactions and access essential links for the ongoing September quarterly FOMC event.

17-09-2025 18:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Breaking News: Fed votes to cut rates by 25 BPS, meeting market expectations

Breaking: The Federal Reserve has voted to cut rates in its September decision, bringing the target federal funds rate to 4.00-4.25%.

17-09-2025 18:00 GMT by Christian Norman

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Access technical levels for major FX pairs ahead of the FOMC rate decision

FX Markets are subject to some volatile moves right ahead of the FOMC. Discover charts and key levels for all FX major currency pairs to get ready for the action.

17-09-2025 14:00 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/CHF Outlook: Swiss Franc renews 15-year highs on shifting SNB doctrine

Riding on the coattails of dollar weakness and safe-haven demand for much of 2025, USD/CHF currently trades at monthly lows of 0.78698, down -1.10% in yesterday’s session alone.

17-09-2025 13:48 GMT by Christian Norman

USD/JPY Technical: Yen eyeing a medium-term bullish breakout against USD from a 5-month range

USD/JPY remains under pressure, holding near key support at 145.95 after slipping to 146.20 in Asia trade. While the US dollar has broadly weakened in recent weeks, its bearish momentum versus the yen has lagged. With the FOMC decision, dot plot, and Powell’s remarks in focus, momentum signals point to potential further downside. A break below 145.95 may trigger a medium-term bearish move toward 145.20.

17-09-2025 10:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: UK Inflation Sticky, Gold Prices Retreat, FTSE 100 Hovers at 200-Day MA Ahead of FOMC Decision

A detailed market overview covering sticky UK inflation, Asian market movements, gold price retreat, and a focus on the upcoming FOMC decision. Includes analysis of European shares, currency shifts, oil, and economic data impacting global markets.

17-09-2025 09:16 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones (DJIA) Technical: Resting at key support ahead of FOMC, watch the US Treasury yield curve to trigger a bullish move

The Dow Jones (DJIA) staged a bullish breakout above 45,780, hitting a new all-time high of 46,140 before pulling back -1.1% to 45,645 ahead of the Fed’s policy decision and dot plot release. The index’s outlook remains tied to the US Treasury yield curve, where a potential re-steepening on dovish Fed guidance could fuel the next bullish leg. Key support is at 45,780/45,690, with resistance at 46,180 and 46,570.

17-09-2025 06:58 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Fed (FOMC) Meeting Preview: 25 bps Cut Appears Baked In, Forward Guidance Is Key. Implications for the DXY, Dow Jones and S&P 500

Unpack the compelling case for a Fed rate cut, analyze Chairman Powell's challenge in managing market expectations, and understand the potential impact on US Indices in our comprehensive FOMC meeting preview.

16-09-2025 21:22 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Dollar slumps as traders get ready for the FOMC – Market wrap for the North American session - September 16

September 16th North-American Session Recap – Crazy selloff in the US Dollar – getting ready for tomorrow's FOMC meeting by looking at today's moves. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

16-09-2025 20:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Examining US bonds and the yield curve before the FOMC decision

Discover the current yield curve and some bond charts ahead of tomorrow's FOMC meeting (September 17, 2025) – It will be one of the most volatile and important event in a long time after the consecutive misses in labor data. The key question remains: 25 bps or 50.

16-09-2025 19:19 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Soars to Breach $3700/oz. FOMC Meeting Next, Will the Rally Continue?

Gold hits $3700/oz amid Fed rate cut expectations, US dollar weakness, and rising geopolitical tensions from the Israel-Hamas conflict and Ukraine-Russia war. Fed policy, especially the upcoming decision and dot plot, holds the key to further gains. Concerns about Fed independence and political influence also contribute to gold's appeal.

16-09-2025 14:01 GMT by Zain Vawda

Swiss franc leads majors as US session begins and reclaims 2025 crown

Despite the SNB’s dovish stance and Switzerland’s deflation backdrop, traders are bidding the Swiss franc quite largely. Participants are weighing USDCHF technicals ahead of the FOMC for signs of reversal or continuation, therefore let's have a look at the worst performing Major FX pair since the beginning of 2025. Get levels for the pair ahead of the FOMC

16-09-2025 13:45 GMT by Elior Manier

Breaking News: US August Retail Sales at 5.0% Y/Y vs 3.2% expected, beats consensus

US Retail Sales (YoY) (August): +5.0% vs +3.2% expected, above consensus by +1.8% US Retail Sales (MoM) (August): +0.6% vs +0.2% expected, above consensus by +0.4% US Retail Sales Control Group (MoM) (August): +0.7% vs +0.4% expected, above consensus by +0.3% US Retail Sales ex. Gas/Autos (MoM) (August): +0.7% vs -0.1% expected, above consensus by +0.8% US Retail Sales ex. Autos (MoM) (August): +0.7% vs +0.4% expected, above consensus by +0.3%

16-09-2025 12:30 GMT by Christian Norman

GBP/USD Technical: Sterling rallied to a new 4-week high, eyeing next resistance at 1.3715/3750 as FOMC looms

GBP/USD extended its recovery, rallying 1.2% to test resistance near 1.3650, supported by strong UK jobs data showing a 232k employment gain and steady 4.7% jobless rate. Sterling’s bullish momentum remains intact above 1.3590/1.3570, with upside targets at 1.3715 and 1.3750. A widening UK–US 2Y yield spread continues to favor the pound, ahead of the Fed’s FOMC decision and updated dot plot projections.

16-09-2025 10:20 GMT by Kelvin Wong