Analysis

The Fed Didn't Cut Rates, So Why Did Markets Move?

The Fed Didn't Cut Rates, So Why Did Markets Move?

Although the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, financial markets still reacted. Explore how the Fed's policy outlook influenced the U.S. dollar, gold, Treasury yields, and equity markets, and why investors focused more on future guidance than the decision itself.
IUX | 90 days ago
The Market Evaluates Tomorrow, Not Today's Fears

The Market Evaluates Tomorrow, Not Today's Fears

Each crisis comes with predictions of collapse, yet markets have a habit of looking beyond the headlines. Whilst many investors wait for certainty, capital quietly flows into opportunity. History suggests that the costliest mistake is not buying too early—it's waiting until fear has disappeared and the rally is already well underway
Headway | 91 days ago
Gold: Will the Fed settle the matter?

Gold: Will the Fed settle the matter?

: Gold awaits the Fed’s decision: the dollar and yields will set the tone, whilst easing geopolitical risks and tailwinds are supporting the rebound.
FxPro | 91 days ago
Fed Warsh’s debut monopolizes market interest

Fed Warsh’s debut monopolizes market interest

US-Iran agreement preparations progress, but Israeli officials remain deeply dissatisfied; Lower oil prices reflect confidence in the deal, but risk assets fail to rally much; Focus on Fed Chair Warsh’s first meeting; could he upset expectations?Dollar/yen trades above 160; BoJ officials on edge about another intervention;
XM Group | 91 days ago
SpaceX: Investors Aren't Buying Rockets—They're Buying the Future

SpaceX: Investors Aren't Buying Rockets—They're Buying the Future

With a valuation exceeding $2 trillion, SpaceX is no longer being judged by today's earnings or revenue multiples. Investors are backing a vision where satellite connectivity, artificial intelligence and space infrastructure converge into entirely new industries. The market isn't pricing what SpaceX is—it is pricing what the world could become.
Headway | 92 days ago
Brent: The key to the mystery lies in TACO

Brent: The key to the mystery lies in TACO

The US dollar quickly recouped some of its losses as markets began to doubt the effectiveness of the US-Iran deal. Each side is presenting the agreement as a victory for itself, and the disagreements remain.
FxPro | 92 days ago
Crypto: growth without the euphoria

Crypto: growth without the euphoria

The crypto market is rising cautiously with no signs of euphoria; Bitcoin is holding within a 10-day channel, while selling pressure is easing.
FxPro | 92 days ago
Middle East deal optimism lingers as attention shifts to the Fed

Middle East deal optimism lingers as attention shifts to the Fed

US and Iran sign MoU but risk of last-minute drama remains elevated as Israel remains unhappy; Oil prices pause drop, while the dollar recovers most of Monday’s losses; BoJ hikes as widely expected, but dollar/yen still trades above 160; RBA pauses, aussie suffers; Attention shifts to Wednesday’s crucial Fed meeting;
XM Group | 92 days ago
BoJ Rate Hike Strengthens Yen While Weak China Data Pressures Australasian Currencies | 16th June, 2026

BoJ Rate Hike Strengthens Yen While Weak China Data Pressures Australasian Currencies | 16th June, 2026

Asian markets were driven by the Bank of Japan’s 25-basis-point rate hike to 1.00%, its highest rate since 1995, boosting the Japanese Yen. Meanwhile, weak Chinese retail sales data pressured the Australian and New Zealand Dollars, raising concerns about regional growth. Investors are now focused on BoJ guidance, Chinese data, and Federal Reserve policy signals.
Moneta Markets | 92 days ago