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.

Gold hits all-time high: Will FOMC's 'Hawkish Hold' trigger a profit-taking correction?

Gold hits an all-time high of $5,312.00 amid a parabolic rally fueled by a weak US Dollar and surging silver prices. This analysis explores the XAU/USD market's historic volatility ahead of the 2:00 PM EST FOMC decision, focusing on the risk of a profit-taking correction if Chair Powell strikes a 'Hawkish Hold' tone, especially with the Relative Strength Index (RSI) in 'overbought' territory (77.01).

28-01-2026 17:50 GMT by Moheb Hanna

Rate decisions and dollar cascades - North American Mid-Week Market update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – US Dollar takes a record hit ahead of the FOMC meeting – We look at current developments and how it influences the geopolitical landscape. Taking a close look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USD/CAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

28-01-2026 16:06 GMT by Elior Manier