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.

Trump’s pressure mounts. The Fed cornered. Will the dollar weaken further?

Explore how US inflation data is impacting Wall Street, the dollar, and the Federal Reserve's stance. With July CPI in line with expectations, markets are pricing in a September Fed rate cut. Discover the forces at play, including Trump's pressure on the Fed and the outlook for the dollar.

14-08-2025 10:45 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

USD/JPY Technical: Further potential drop towards ascending range support

The Japanese yen’s strength has unfolded as expected, with USD/JPY dropping -0.9% week-to-date and breaking key support at 146.60. Dovish comments from US Treasury Secretary Bessent sparked rate-cut bets, with futures now pricing in a 52% chance of a third cut in December. Short-term bias remains bearish below 147.85, with supports at 145.85 and 145.10/144.80, as narrowing US-Japan rate spreads add downside pressure.

14-08-2025 07:51 GMT by Kelvin Wong