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Markets Brace for Fed Rate Cut as Global Central Banks Hold Steady
Global markets anticipate a US Federal Reserve rate cut this week amid central bank meetings worldwide, reflecting economic resilience and inflation concerns.
Category: FED
Analyst Report
Cautious Sentiment Weighs on Markets as Weak US Jobs Data Spurs Fed Cut Bets
FBM KLCI ended flat at 1,578.2 as weak US jobs data dampened sentiment, fueling Fed rate cut expectations.
Appoinments
Trump Moves to Oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook, Sparks Legal Showdown
Trump moves to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud; Cook rejects authority, vows legal fight, markets react cautiously.
FED
FBM KLCI Extends Winning Streak on Fed Rate Cut Hopes, Technology Leads Gains
Wall Street closed higher after softer-than-expected July US inflation data reinforced expectations for a Fed rate cut
Business News
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty, Faces Internal Dissent
The US Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at 4.25%-4.50%, facing dissent and political pressure amid inflation concerns and economic uncertainty.
Business News
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Impact of Trump’s Tariffs
Fed keeps rates at 4.25%-4.5%, cites tariff uncertainty, solid labor market, and rising inflation, unemployment risks.
Business News
Asia Has Room to Front-Load Rate Cuts Ahead of the U.S. Fed
A weaker U.S. dollar leaves the USD-Asian FX crosses less vulnerable to narrowing rate differentials.
Business News
Wall Street Rallies as Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals 2025 Cuts Amid Global Market Mixed Signals
The immediate rally reflects relief and confidence in the Fed’s steady hand, but the U.S. market’s trajectory will hinge on how domestic and global…
Business News
Profit-taking may occur in Malaysia following recent gains
Profit-taking may occur in Malaysia following recent gains, ahead of the Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan (BOJ) interest rate decisions
Business News
Fed’s next interest rate move in focus
The FBM KLCI is set to trade positively today, buoyed by Wall Street's gains and local institutional support despite foreign fund outflows. Interest rate…
Economy and Business
Federal Reserve Initiates Rate Cuts Amid Easing Inflation, Signals More Adjustments Ahead
Fed cuts rates by 0.50%, aims to curb inflation while supporting job growth, more cuts expected.
Economy and Business
Federal Reserve rates and what American experts are saying: Insight
The Federal Reserve has downshifted its median expectations for rate cuts, indicating only one cut for 2024, contrary to market hopes for multiple or…
FED
Top World Business News: Federal Reserve Interest Rate Decision
The Federal Reserve’s upcoming decision on interest rates is crucial, potentially influencing global markets, inflation, and economic growth, with rate cuts expected.