Us Federal Reserve

The sharp division of views within the FOMC makes it a bit challenging to gauge the likely future course of rate decisions by the FOMC, as there are differing views among FOMC members on the future direction of rates.

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Asian stocks advance as US Fed’s rate cut lifts mood

The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.5% in early trade, led by the tech and financial sectors

US Fed's rate cut this week may be last for a while

A new set of economic projections will likely show continued division among policymakers

Asian stocks edge higher as investors await US Fed's decision

Benchmark share indexes in Japan and South Korea both gained, while US equity futures were little changed after the S&P 500 closed almost flat Tuesday

Jerome Powell on track for Fed rate cut despite some dissent

The Fed delivered a second straight reduction in October driven by the summer’s sudden deterioration in the US labor market

Asian stocks track US gains as rate-cut bets grow

Stocks rose in Japan — where markets reopened after a holiday — and in South Korea

FOMC rate cut gives RBI MPC further room, but policy action seen hinging on growth-inflation outlook

US Federal Reserve’s by 25 bps rate cut has increased the scope for policy flexibility for emerging markets like India, however, economists believe the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will keep its focus on growth and inflation in framing the policy stance at the upcoming December monetary policy meeting.

Powell says tariffs adding some pressure to inflation, but impact expected to fade

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said tariffs are adding modest upward pressure on inflation, though he expects the impact to be temporary.

Bessent names Fed chair finalists ahead of year-end decision

Trump himself told reporters that he expected to make a decision on the nominee before the end of the year

Gold prices have tumbled from recent records. What's behind the losses?

Prices are still up since the start of 2025. Gold sales often rise sharply amid wider economic uncertainty, as anxious investors seek a 'safe haven' for their money

Asia stocks gain as rate-cut bets outweigh trade angst

Shares in Japan, South Korea and Australia all rose at the open after Fed Chair Powell’s concerns about a weakening labor market reinforced investors’ expectations for a rate cut in October

Gold firms above key $4,000 level on US rate cut bets

Spot gold was steady at $4,037.95 per ounce as of 0439 GMT, erasing a 0.5% drop in early trade. The metal touched a record high of $4,059.05 on Wednesday

Jerome Powell reiterates no risk-free path for US Fed amid dual threats

Powell offered no hints on whether he might support a rate cut at the Fed’s next meeting, in October

RBI unlikely to rush into rate cuts despite US Federal Reserve easing, say experts

The RBI is likely to focus on domestic cues such as inflation and growth numbers before taking a decision. The next policy review is due October 1

Post Fed rate cuts, Julius Baer's Unmesh predicts continued weakness in US Dollar and stronger FPI sentiment for India

Julius Baer's global research expects the Fed to carry out two additional rate cuts of 25 bps until December, and additional cut(s) until March. The inflation increase in the US from the tariff situation is expected to be transitory, with the slowing growth and demand offsetting some of the tariff impact.

The Fed: good questions, no answers

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Indian bond yield rises 2 bps on US treasury uptick after Fed rate cut

The US Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4-4.25% while hinting at two more cuts this year

Sensex, Nifty eye 3rd day of gains as US Fed approves 25 bps rate cut, sees 2 more in 2025

Indian equities are set to extend their winning run, with Nifty hovering near a three-month high and technical charts pointing to further upside.

Asia stocks rise after US Fed cuts rate by 25 bps

Shares in Japan and South Korea rose while Australia lagged.

Fed Rate cut unlikely to trigger FII rush into India as earnings, valuations bite

India is trading above its long-term valuation average and remains significantly pricier than other emerging-market peers

Fed's potential first rate cut in 2025: What it means for Indian markets

Indian markets are expected to take the US Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of 2025 in stride, with a 25-basis point reduction already priced in. The real trigger for Dalal Street will be Powell’s guidance on the pace of easing through the year

US Fed rate cut to mark pivot toward job market

The policy pivot will take place amid unrelenting pressure from President Donald Trump, who has pushed for a “big cut” this week

US Senate approves White House economist Stephen Miran to serve on Federal Reserve board

The vote to confirm Stephen Miran was largely along party lines, 48-47

Dollar steadies ahead of US Fed's meeting

Trading in Asia was thinned with markets in Japan closed for a holiday, leaving currencies mostly rangebound in the early session