Fed Chair Janet Yellen

Waiting too long to raise interest rates would be "unwise" as economic growth continues and inflation rises, Fed Chair Janet Yellen told Congress on Tuesday.

Fed rate hike unlikely to rattle EMs; like China, India: Experts

Global market experts believe although there are definite chances of a rate hike before 2016 ends, it would not rattle the emerging market space. However, short-term there could be some hurdle for the emerging markets (EMs).

Fed cautious on rates due to Brexit, US hiring slowdown: Yellen

In testimony before Congress that expressed general optimism about the economy and played down the risk of a recession, Yellen nevertheless said the Fed will be cautious about interest rate increases until it is clear the job market is holding up.

Fed Reserve set to keep rates unchanged, may nod to ebbing risks

The Fed has held its overnight lending rate for banks at a target range of between 0.25 and 0.50 percent since it lifted the benchmark interest rate for the first time in a decade from near zero last December.

Nifty likely to open in green tracking positive global cues

Stocks in the US closed higher, led by gains in tech stocks, after Fed Chair Janet Yellen said it is appropriate for policymakers to proceed 'cautiously.'

Fed's dovish stance may lead to volatility in markets: StanChart

Sarah Hewin, Senior Economist, Standard Chartered, says the Fed did not talk about balance of risks to growth and did not raise the inflation forecasts, which showed they may not be preparing for rate hike anytime soon.

Why US jobs report today is more important than usual

Recent indications provide at least some hope that inflation is edging toward the US central bank's 2 percent goal. That's the level Fed Chair Janet Yellen and the Federal Open Market Committee believe the economy should hit or least be on course toward.

Economy still 'strong,' 'gradual' rate hikes likely: Fed

Economic fundamentals remain strong despite the recent tumult in financial markets that has led to rising expectations of a recession, Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester said Friday.

What impatient markets will get from Janet Yellen

The Fed chair is in a tight spot, with markets wary of Fed policy to normalize rates, while other major central banks have turned to increased easing and even negative interest rates. She begins speaking before the House Committee on Financial Services at 10 am ET Wednesday. Her comments will be released at 8:30 am ET.

Key events to watch out for in near term

After pricing in RBI policy and GDP data - both were in line with market expectations - going ahead the market will closely watch GST Bill and Federal Reserve Policy meet.

Sensex sinks 249 pts, Nifty below 7800 on global sell-off

Investors digested European Central Bank policy and Fed rate hike fears post comments from the Fed chair Janet Yellen. Banking & financials, FMCG, IT and auto stocks pulled the market down.

Yellen nudges markets slightly on rates

Yellen spoke after the market close Thursday in a much awaited speech that traders had hoped would clarify the central bank's position on rate hikes, after last week's FOMC meeting and a week of volatile markets. Stock traders covered shorts ahead of the 5 pm ET speech, expecting Yellen might give the market a boost.

Nifty may shrug off Fed news and open mildly higher

Asian shares outside Japan mostly rebounded early Friday, recovering from early losses after the Federal Reserve cited concerns about global economic growth in its decision to hold off on its first rate hike in nearly a decade.

Global cues weak; deeper red hues likely on Nifty

US markets closed lower as investors weigh higher bond yields and oil prices ahead of Friday‘s important jobs report.

Stocks rally on oil turn as Fed vows rate patience

Stocks rose after the Federal Reserve retained the phrase "considerable time" in its policy statement, and also introduced another word, "patient," as the central bank readies to raise interest rates next year.

Central banks in driving seat this week

On Wednesday, the Federal Open Market Committee ends its two-day review and traders are bracing for an increasingly hawkish tone from Fed Chair Janet Yellen.

Wall Street weekahead: Investors face Fed view, tech charts

Minutes of the Federal Reserve's most recent meeting of its policy-setting committee will be published on Wednesday, the second trading day of a holiday-shortened week in the United States. The US stock market will be closed on Monday for Presidents Day.

Why the Fed is 'delighted' with bond markets: Analysts

All eyes are on Fed chair Janet Yellen's first testimony before Congress on Tuesday, as investors attempt to predict whether the well-known dovish economist will continue tapering at USD 10 billion a month or pause following a string of weaker-than-expected data.

Hawk and dove, two Fed officials see steady cuts to QE3

Two policymakers, Chicago Fed President Charles Evans and Richmond Fed President Jeffrey Lacker, disagreed on how long rates should stay low.