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.

Week Ahead - Acceptance

Heading for a recession? This past week felt like a big moment for central banks and financial markets. It was the moment when the majority accepted that inflation isn't just a problem, it's one that needs to be dealt with powerfully in order to prevent it from spiralling out of control and becoming ingrained in the economy.

17-06-2022 12:21 GMT by Craig Erlam

Week Ahead - Rate hikes keep coming

It's been a slow start to the month in financial markets but the ECB rate decision on Thursday finally got things moving and the US inflation data on Friday kept it going into the weekend. With so much to look forward to next week, it's going to get really interesting. The Fed rate decision on Wednesday is naturally the highlight, as traders look for further indications of the level of tightening that's going to be required and whether it will ultimately tip the econom

10-06-2022 12:26 GMT by Craig Erlam