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Monetary Policy1 min read
FOMC Meeting Preview: The Easing Bias Is Dead — But Will Warsh Hand the Market a Dovish Lifeline?
Kevin Warsh leads his first FOMC meeting as Fed Chair. With a divided committee and a US-Iran deal altering the inflation outlook, markets await his signal on the future of rate policy.
By Zain VawdaJun 16, 2026, 3:17 PM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
Gold's Whiplash 24 Hours: From Six-Month Lows to a $4,200 Reclaim — And What Friday's Session Decides
Gold faces macro headwinds from interest rates and the SpaceX IPO. All eyes are on today's University of Michigan inflation data to see if the metal can sustain its current support above $4,000.
By Zain VawdaJun 12, 2026, 8:32 AM ET
Speeches1 min read
Powell Says 'Not Appropriate' to be Reactively Tighten Rates on Iran War; Fed to Wait and Watch Oil Shock
Powell signaled a “wait-and-watch” approach for assessing the inflationary effects of the supply shock stemming from the U.S.-Iran war and expressed confidence in inflation returning to the central bank’s target.
By Shanthi RexalineMar 30, 2026, 12:49 PM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
ECB, BOJ Keep Rates Steady but Warn of ‘Uncertain’ Impact from Energy and LNG Disruptions Caused by the Unceasing Iran War
G10 central banks hold rates steady and issued cautious commentary, citing Iran war-driven energy shock risks, and the forex market showed muted reaction to the decisions.
By Shanthi RexalineMar 19, 2026, 12:29 PM ET
Inflation1 min read
US Consumer Prices Stayed Benign in February — Why the Fed Still Won’t Cut Rates Next Week
February CPI met expectations and hit a five-year core low, but energy shocks and policy distortions may keep the Federal Reserve cautious on rate cuts.
By Shanthi RexalineMar 11, 2026, 10:20 AM ET
Forex1 min read
The Triple Whammy Undermining the Yen: Why USD/JPY Stays Above 159 Despite Hawkish BOJ Signals
The yen is under pressure from a wide US-Japan rate differential fuelling carry trades, Japan's expansionary fiscal policy, and an energy import shock — forces the BoJ's gradual tightening has so far failed to offset.
By Shanthi RexalineJun 4, 2026, 2:51 PM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
Update: BoJ Pauses Again Despite Growing Hawkish Pressure; Eyes on Ueda for Rate-Hike Signals
BoJ kept rates at 0.75% even as members weighed in on the impact of the Middle East conflict, with the yen strengthening slightly and stocks remaining subdued.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 27, 2026, 12:25 PM ET
Forex1 min read
Stock Futures Edge Higher Following Trump’s Policy-Focused State of Union Address; ES Contracts Eye Nvidia Earnings Catalyst
Trump highlighted economic progress, tariffs, healthcare reform, homeownership measures, retirement benefits expansion, and strong investment and job growth.
By Shanthi RexalineFeb 25, 2026, 7:27 AM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
Gold Surges Past $4,350 on Iran Deal — The Short Squeeze Is Real, But Is It a Trade?
Gold surged past $4,350 on news of an Iran peace deal, triggering a major short squeeze. Whether this rally holds or retraces depends entirely on Wednesday's critical FOMC decision.
By Zain VawdaJun 15, 2026, 9:01 AM ET
Monetary Policy1 min read
Gold Under Pressure: Why the Metal's Biggest Enemy Right Now Isn't US-Iran Tensions — It's the Fed
Gold futures are sliding as Fed rate-hike fears outweigh Middle East geopolitical tensions. With expectations shifting, all eyes are now on Wednesday's CPI data to dictate the next move for the precious metal.
By Zain VawdaJun 8, 2026, 10:38 AM ET
Activity & Sentiment Indicators1 min read
Consumer Sentiment Matches 2022 Trough as Current Conditions Crumble, but Expectations Index Hints at a Possible Floor in Pessimism
Consumer sentiment edged lower in early May as inflation, gas prices, and Iran war concerns weighed on households.
By Shanthi RexalineMay 8, 2026, 11:12 AM ET
Growth1 min read
US Q1 GDP Growth Reaccelerates, Jobless Claims Hit Multi-Decade Low But Iran War Keeps Prices Hot
The U.S. economy is grinding along at a healthy pace, with growth reaccelerating after fourth quarter’s slowdown and inflation rising, although in line with expectations.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 30, 2026, 9:47 AM ET