Fed’s Decision: Market Optimism and Economic Realities
Last week, the Federal Reserve maintained its interest rates at the highest level over two decades, subtly hinting at possible future rate cuts. Jerome Powell,...
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The Grand Illusion: Investors’ Dance with the Fed’s Tune
In the ever-tumultuous world of finance, bond traders are gleefully wagering that the U.S. economy is teetering on the brink of catastrophe, compelling the Federal...
FED Decision Analysis
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate steady at 5.25% to 5.5%, maintaining the highest level seen over...
The Fed remains inflexible, but does it still have a course?
Two Federal Reserve officials reinforced their message in favour of higher interest rates and for a longer period, stressing the need for patience as the...
The Fed Officials Continue to Emphasize the Same Message: High Interest Rates for Longer
Following the latest data on inflation and the change in the American economy, several Federal Reserve officials have stated that the central bank should maintain high...
The Rise of U.S. Yields: The beginning of a long story
Over the past two years, benchmark rates in the United States have skyrocketed from 0% to over 5%. This significant shift is not only a...
Money Market Funds Will Remain Popular In 2024
A less hawkish tone than expected from the Fed last week should fool no one. Inflation appears increasingly persistent, and investors may fully embrace the...
Pressure mounts on emerging markets
Global investors are unwinding their bets on local currency bonds, a trend that could potentially put pressure on central banks to raise interest rates. This...
The Fed keeps its rates unchanged
Policymakers left interest rates unchanged at 5.25% to 5.5%, the same level they have been since July. Jerome Powell maintained hope for a cut this...