Jerome Powell

The S&P 500 pulled back as traders weighed hawkish remarks from Fed Chair Warsh, stronger economic projections and a firmer retail sales backdrop. Housing sentiment weakened under high interest rates, adding another layer of uncertainty for equity investors.

Bitcoin traded under pressure after the first Bitcoin ETF outflows in 10 days and renewed concern over tighter financial conditions. BTC/USD remains above the 75,000 support zone, keeping technical traders focused on whether bulls can retest the 81,300 area.

EUR/USD remains on the defensive after a decline that began from its August 20 peak, with traders weighing rising Federal Reserve rate-hike odds and persistent inflation risks. Technical traders are watching whether the pair can extend losses toward the 1.1475 area before any potential rebound develops.

Bitcoin slipped after a strong run, with BTC/USD easing from this month’s high as profit-taking emerged. Traders are watching ETF inflows, inflation data, Jackson Hole commentary and key chart levels for the next directional break.

The U.S. dollar is holding a constructive technical tone as traders prepare for the Federal Reserve meeting, key inflation data and payrolls figures. EUR/USD and GBP/USD remain under pressure near important resistance areas, while central bank guidance keeps forex volatility in focus.

The Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged at 3.50%-3.75% in Jerome Powell’s final meeting as chair. Markets focus on inflation risks, dissenting votes, and the future policy path.

The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates at 3.50%–3.75% as markets await guidance on inflation, Iran conflict risks, and Jerome Powell’s potential final FOMC meeting.

US stock futures retreat as DOJ investigation into the Fed rattles Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500. Traders watch inflation data, earnings, and Fed policy outlook.

Gold and silver trade is in choppy conditions ahead of the FOMC, with markets focused less on the expected rate cut and more on Jerome Powell’s tone. Technicals stay constructive, with gold favored on dips and silver nearing a key breakout.

The S&P 500 reversed from record highs as traders await the Fed decision, while Oracle jumped 5% on TikTok deal reports. Retail sales data showed consumer resilience.

The Federal Reserve meets September 16–17, with markets expecting a rate cut. Powell’s guidance on inflation, jobs, and Trump’s political pressure could set the tone for markets.

Gold trades near $3643.76 as markets await the Fed’s rate cut decision. Will Powell’s tone trigger a breakout above $3674 or a pullback toward $3593? Read the full gold price forecast.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered a speech at the Macroeconomics and Monetary Policy Conference in San Francisco, affirming the strength of the economy while signaling caution regarding potential interest rate adjustments.