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A rally of major proportions ensued in bonds and stocks last week, supported by expectations that the hiking cycles of the FOMC, ECB, BoE, and BoC have come to an end. Though policymakers reiterated rates may have to be increased further, the “hawkish holds” were summarily disrespected by the markets as the threat was seen
Gold price gains positive traction on Thursday amid sliding US bond yields and a weaker USD. Geopolitical tensions and China’s economic woes also contribute to the intraday positive move. A further rise in equity markets caps any meaningful upside for the safe-haven precious metal. Gold price (XAU/USD) attracts fresh buying on Thursday, albeit lacking a
FOMC INTEREST RATE DECISION KEY POINTS The Federal Reserve stands pat on monetary policy, keeping interest rates unchanged at 5.25%-5.50% for the second straight meeting Forward guidance leaves the door open for further policy firming Gold and the U.S. dollar display limited volatility after the FOMC statement was released as traders await Powell’s press conference
The Bank of Canada left its overnight rate unchanged at 5%, although other events overtook the news on it: Via, RBC, their ‘Bottom Line” response, in brief: CPI readings still running well above the 2% target, the BoC is firmly focused on getting inflation under control. Slower than expected progress is a concern. But evidence
GBPUSD daily MUFG discusses the high possibility that this week’s UK labor report and the US CPI data could influence market expectations surrounding the Bank of England’s (BoE) rate hike. Recent statements from Governor Andrew Bailey and Chief Economist Huw Pill hint at a more dovish stance, which may affect the GBP’s performance in the
Australian Dollar, AUD/USD, RBA, CPI, Fed – Talking Points The Australian Dollar slipped after the RBA left rates unchanged at 4.10% Keeping rates unchanged was mostly expected but caught some by surprise Quarterly CPI was cited by the RBA as they look at the data points ahead. Recommended by Daniel McCarthy How to Trade FX
