Federal Reserve (FED) news

The Federal Reserve (FED) is the central banking system in the US. It manages monetary policy to maintain price stability and promote maximum employment. It primarily uses the federal funds rate and open market operations to influence interest rates and the money supply, impacting the US economy and global markets. It also provides forward guidance to shape market expectations.

Eurozone, US Services PMI lower than expected

Business activity remains weak in both the eurozone and the US. Eurozone Services PMI rose slightly in July to 51.0, up from 50.5 in June. In the US, the ISM Services PMI softened to 50.1, down from 50.8 in June. This points to stagnation in the services sector.

05-08-2025 15:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Swiss inflation unchanged, Swiss franc extends gains

Swiss inflation was unchanged in July, down from 0.2% a month earlier. If inflation continues to drop, the SNB could push interest rates into negative territory. US nonfarm payrolls came in at 73 thousand, lower than expected, and the May and June reports were revised sharply lower. This points to widening cracks in the US labour market.

04-08-2025 15:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher