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.

US Dollar Index (DXY) Slips as JOLTS Dips Below 8 Million, Yen Strengthens

US Dollar Index (DXY) weakens as JOLTS job openings drop to a 3.5-year low of 7.673 million. Japanese Yen strengthens amid recessionary fears and hawkish comments from BoJ Governor Ueda. Recession fears persist. Will Friday's jobs data finally alleviate these concerns?

04-09-2024 14:15 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq 100: Torpedoed by Nvidia and may see further weakness

Major US bench stock indices (S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones Industrial Average & Russell 2000) started the month of September on a weak footing. The Nasdaq 100 was the worst performer (-3.15%) on Tuesday, 3 September dragged down by the higher-beta technology sector (Nvidia & other semiconductor stocks)

04-09-2024 07:01 GMT by Kelvin Wong