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.

FOMC Meeting Preview: A ‘hawkish hold’ as geopolitical risk & stagflation fears rise, implications for the DXY & Dow Jones

The March 18 FOMC meeting will confirm the end of predictable rate cuts. With the labor market cooling and inflation rising due to the Middle East conflict, the Fed faces a tough balancing act. A "hawkish hold" is expected, extending the US Dollar rally and presenting a risk triangle for the Dow Jones amid leadership uncertainty and political pressure.

17-03-2026 18:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Weekly Gold (XAU/USD) Forecast: 3% slide to $5000/oz as rate cut bets tumble, FOMC up next

Gold (XAU/USD) is under pressure as US dollar gains strength, pushing rate cut bets lower amid Middle East conflict and rising inflation concerns. The upcoming FOMC meeting could signal a delay in 2026 rate cuts, which would weigh heavily on Gold. Technical bias remains neutral-to-bearish.1

13-03-2026 20:52 GMT by Zain Vawda