Expectations Soften for September or November Fed Rate Hike, July Still Firmly Anticipated
The Federal Reserve continues to be expected to raise the benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point, according to forecasts by fed-funds futures traders. The current projections predict an increase from the current rate to a new range of 5.25% to 5.5%. This increase is anticipated to occur within the month. Despite […]
“Bitcoin & Ethereum Halt Post-Fed Rate Hike: Get Ready for Market Shake-up!”
Last week, Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) experienced a lull in price growth after posting modest gains the previous weekend. Bitcoin remained around the same level as the previous weekend at $28,820, a 5% decrease from its April high of $30,979 but still up 77% from $16,615 at the start of January 2023. Ethereum added […]
“Markets Challenge Fed’s Authority: 2-Year Treasury Yield Plummets as Disconnect Grows”
The 2-year Treasury yield decreased by 9 basis points to 3.879% on Thursday, after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates above 5%. This marks its third consecutive drop in as many days, which indicates a growing discrepancy between the market and the central bank’s policy direction. Analysts suggest that historically, a divergence between the 2-year […]
“OPEC+ Move Triggers 58% Odds for Quarter-Point Fed Rate Hike in May – Traders Buzzing!”
The world of financial markets offers various opportunities for investment enthusiasts, particularly in equities, forex, and cryptocurrencies. Understanding each will help you brew a more diversified portfolio, while also increasing your chances of generating consistent returns. To get started, let’s unravel the intricacies of each market and explore the winning strategies used by experts. Equities: […]