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.

Caution Over Speed: How the Fed Framed Its First Cut

The Fed cut rates by 25 bps to 4.00–4.25% after a nine-month pause but kept a cautious tone. Powell called it “risk management,” signaling this isn’t the start of a fast easing cycle. The statement flagged growing employment-side risks, and the new dot plot points to a 3.6% median for 2025—implying two more cuts this year, though views are widely dispersed.

19-09-2025 10:25 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Gold (XAU) and Silver (XAG) find selling pressure from the post-FOMC stronger US dollar

Gold (XAU/USD) and Silver (XAG/USD) face pressure after the Fed’s latest policy stance boosted the US Dollar, despite a 25 bps cut. Following record highs earlier this week, metals enter a more cautious phase as Powell’s balanced tone tempers dovish expectations and gives back some confidence in the FED and the US Dollar. Discover charts for the two metals and some technical levels.

18-09-2025 18:12 GMT by Elior Manier