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.

Asia mid-session: Risk-on continues, Fed Chair’s dovish hint weakens the US dollar further, Gold stabilizes

Global stock markets rallied as geopolitical tensions eased following signs that Israel and Iran are honoring a US-brokered ceasefire. WTI crude fell sharply, reducing stagflation fears and boosting equities. Fed Chair Powell signaled potential rate cuts “sooner rather than later,” reinforcing risk-on sentiment. The US dollar weakened, while gold stabilized near its 50-day moving average.

25-06-2025 06:10 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Breaking News: FED's Waller takes a dovish stance, cuts price in

Fed Governor Waller signaled possible rate cuts as early as July, sparking attention in interest rate markets. While Fed Funds Futures only ticked slightly higher, traders will now be on alert for any soft US data. The Fed has held steady since its 50bps cut in Dec 2024.

20-06-2025 13:25 GMT by Elior Manier