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.

Australian dollar extends gains, Australian inflation next

Australia's inflation report for Febraury is expected to remain unchanged at 2.5% y/y, above the Reserve Bank's 2% target. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates twice this year but Atlanta Fed President Bostic said he favored just one rate cut due to the uncertainty over inflation.

25-03-2025 18:35 GMT by Kenneth Fisher