FX Daily: CPI can seal the deal on a Fed hike
Financial analysts at ING discuss the potential for a Federal Reserve interest rate hike following recent inflation data and bond market volatility. The report suggests that strong CPI figures could solidify market expectations for a September rate increase.
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Market expectations regarding Fed policy directly influence global currency valuations, borrowing costs, and investment strategies.
FX Share X LinkedIn E-mail Copy link Share X LinkedIn E-mail Copy link Download The bond market remains in turmoil, but this time the USD is reacting positively. This tentative rebuilding of a USD-back-end yield positive correlation bodes well for the greenback's short-term outlook. We don't think the bar is high for today's CPI to endorse a Fed hike next week. Still, a hawkish ECB means EUR/USD downside risks may be less pronounced
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