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.

Markets Today: Asian & European Shares Mixed as German Factory Orders Rise. US PCE Data Remains the Focus

Asian and European markets show mixed trading as investors await the crucial US PCE inflation report. Japanese stocks led Asian losses despite the regional index staying on track for a weekly gain. German factory orders beat expectations due to large transport equipment orders. The US dollar remains weak against major currencies, especially the yen, as rate cut expectations solidify.

05-12-2025 09:33 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD rebounds: Technical overview for EUR/USD, USD/CAD and USD/CHF

EUR/USD, USD/CHF, and USD/CAD Technical Analysis: The US Dollar is holding a key technical range, despite a rapid selloff triggered by dovish Federal Reserve rate cut hopes. The Dollar Index is bouncing above a major level after testing its Moving Average. We analyze three major FX pairs to see how the Dollar's broad range keeps foreign exchange markets firmly in balance ahead of the pivotal Federal Reserve meeting.

04-12-2025 21:00 GMT by Elior Manier