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.

EUR/USD Technical: Euro bullish trend intact despite 1.2% sell-off after FOMC

The EUR/USD hit a 4-year high of 1.1919 after the Fed’s 25 bps rate cut, but reversed to close -0.5% lower as Powell struck a less dovish tone, calling the move a “risk management” cut. The pair extended its decline to 1.1780 in Asia, down 1.2% from the post-FOMC high. Despite the Fed’s cautious stance, futures still price in three cuts for 2026, keeping the dollar under pressure and supporting the euro’s broader uptrend.

18-09-2025 11:55 GMT by Kelvin Wong

New Zealand dollar sinks on soft GDP

New Zealand's economy declined 0.9% q/q in the second quarter following a 0.9% gain in Q1. The Federal Reserve delivered a rate cut for the first time since December 2024 and signaled two more rate cuts before the end of the year.

18-09-2025 10:20 GMT by Kenneth Fisher