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Federal Reserve set to hold interest rates as Iran war clouds outlook
The United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) announces its interest rate decision on Wednesday, a pivotal meeting for markets to gauge the stance of the world’s most important central bank after an energy shock that could put the Fed’s dual mandate in tension.
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Wed, Mar 18
Fed: FOMC to keep policy options open on conflict risks – MUFG
MUFG’s Derek Halpenny expects the FOMC to keep policy options open, with limited changes to the Summary of Economic Projections and no alteration to the median dot profile. MUFG anticipates balanced Fed communication and subdued FX and rates volatility.Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 18
WTI holds losses near $93.50 as supply concerns ease
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price has given up its recent gains from the previous session, trading around $93.20 per barrel during the Asian hours on Wednesday. Traders are awaiting the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) report due later on Wednesday for fresh cues on supply trends.
Fed: Powell focus as policy steady – UBS
UBS' Chief Economist Paul Donovan notes that the Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep policy unchanged, with attention centered on Fed Chair Powell’s press conference. Markets are looking for Powell’s reaction to Oil prices, the war and implications for US retail gasoline.Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 18
BoC: Cautious hold and oil-linked risks – TD Securities
TD Securities stategists expect the Bank of Canada to keep its overnight rate at 2.25% with a cautious tone, as growth and inflation run below projections. They highlights elevated uncertainty and new inflation risks from the Iran conflict and higher Oil prices.Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 18
EUR/USD: Fed seen waiting as pair holds gains – Danske Bank
Danske Research Team notes that EUR/USD moved back above 1.15 as US Treasury yields declined and risk sentiment recovered. The bank does not expect the upcoming FOMC meeting to significantly alter the EUR/USD outlook, seeing the Federal Reserve in a wait-and-see mode regarding the Iran conflict.Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 18
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