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 Slides on French Political Turmoil and USD Rebound, Lagarde/Fed Speakers Up Next

EUR/USD continued its slide this morning due to US Dollar strength and French political drama. President Macron has given the outgoing Prime Minister until Wednesday to get parliament to agree on a new prime minister. The US Dollar's resilience is attributed to a high one-week interest rate and an IMF report. Technically, EUR/USD is approaching a key confluence level, with support at 1.1584 and resistance at 1.1700.

07-10-2025 09:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Precious metals break new records to close the week – Gold (XAU) and Silver (XAG) outlook

Gold (XAU/USD) and Silver (XAG/USD) extend their record-breaking rally, fueled by a weaker US Dollar, Fed cuts, ballooning US debt, and the latest government shutdown. With Silver nearing its 2011 all-time high and Gold stretching into uncharted territory, metals show no signs of slowing. Key charts highlight how far this run could extend.

03-10-2025 19:59 GMT by Elior Manier