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 falls to 10-week low after Fed decision

The Australian dollar is sharply lower on Thursday after the Fed policy meeting a day earlier. In the European session, AUD/USD is trading at 0.6514, down 0.78%.

01-02-2024 07:12 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Market Insights Podcast - Fed leaves interest rates on hold for now

OANDA Senior Market Analyst Craig Erlam joins Jonny Hart and Trader Nick to discuss the Federal Reserve interest rate decision and what it means over the coming months.

31-01-2024 18:24 GMT by Craig Erlam