Tag: FOMC meeting

November 22, 2023 BY Simon Mugo

EURUSD Falls on Upbeat US Jobless Claims Data, FOMC Minutes

According to the minutes, the central bank intends to maintain a restrictive monetary policy until inflation approaches its target of 2%. However, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members believe any decisions should be cautiously approached. In summary, the minutes from the meeting provided a relatively balanced perspective, leaving little clear direction for the US dollar.…

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July 29, 2019 BY Valentina Kirilova

Daily market commentary: European markets open mixed on Monday

ActivTrades’ Market Analysts have prepared for LeapRate their daily commentary on traditional markets for July 29, 2019. See details below: EUROPEAN SHARES European markets opened mixed following a decline in Asia overnight, as investors brace for what is going to be a very busy trading week. The focus will be on the U.S.-China trade talks…

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AETOS daily forex market commentary
May 20, 2019 BY Valentina Kirilova

AETOS daily forex market commentary

ASIC and FCA licensed Retail FX broker AETOS Capital Group have provided their daily commentary on traditional markets for May 20, 2019.  EURUSD The euro fell on Friday, closing at 1.1158(-14 pips) against the greenback. However, the greenback was underpinned by local data and persistent US-Sino trade tensions during earlier sessions. These last couple of days,…

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May 17, 2019 BY Valentina Kirilova

The FOMC meeting’s impact on the markets

LeapRate Exclusive... The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is a branch of the Federal Reserve that is responsible for discussing and establishing US monetary policy. They meet eight times a year (although they can meet more frequently if needed) to debate any necessary policy changes. Most traders mark these dates on their economic calendars due…

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May 28, 2017 BY LeapRate Staff

Fed Looking to Raise Rates Again, Soon…

The following article was written by Luis Aureliano, a business writer and financial analyst. With over 15 years of experience in global finance and an MBA in economics and management, Luis’s areas of expertise include business, marketing, communications, personal finance, macro economics, stocks and emerging markets. If you recall, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC)…

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