The US Federal Reserve at its meeting on march 20 left the key lending rate unchanged, as was expected by the market. Following the announcement, all eyes were on the US Fed’s dot plot to look for signals on the next rate cut. This story explains what a dot plot is and why it's important now.

US Fed turns to dot plot graph to cut rates

2024 has largely defied economists' expectations. The world's largest economy has avoided a recession and is quite robust to gain momentum once the US Fed starts cutting interest rates. HSBC suggests investors rebalance their portfolios to capitalise on the economic shift. So, what are the opportunities and risks ahead in the markets? Our report tells us more.

HSBC sees strong growth in India & South-East Asia

Easing inflation optimism has traders increasing their bets that the US Central Bank will act on its pivot to rate cuts sooner than expected. The US inflation rate has been on a downward trend in recent months. That has fueled hopes the federal reserve would be more amenable to cutting interest rates in the months to come.

Fed rate cut bets rise on easing inflation optimism

A financial storm is brewing in the united states as the nation's total public debt shatters records, reaching $34 trillion. With congress returning to address looming deadlines, the fiscal battleground is set. The once incremental climb in debt now raises urgent questions about the nation's financial future.

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Traders are betting that the Federal Reserve won't ease policy until may, as stronger-than-expected economic data and comments from central bankers diminish confidence in earlier interest-rate cuts.

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Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rallied over 1 per cent to hit all-time highs on Thursday, propelled by intense buying in IT, tech and realty stocks after the US Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged and signalled rate cuts next year.

Sensex, Nifty rally over 1 pc to hit lifetime highs as US Fed ignites rate cut hopes

In a recent development, Bitcoin has skyrocketed beyond $41,000, marking its highest point since April 2022. According to a report by the Associated Press, this surge represents a staggering 150 per cent increase in value for the world's largest cryptocurrency in just the first half of the year.

Bitcoin surges past $41,000: Spot ETF approval and market dynamics drive the rally

The US Federal Reserve is moving decisively away from ultra-aggressive tightening policy into a wait-and-watch mode, with the latest language from the policymakers suggesting a clear caution in their tone.

What next: US Federal Reserve on the cusp of policy change

Asian stock markets surged following the Federal Reserve's recent decision, mirroring the upward trajectory of U.S. equities and bonds. The Federal Reserve's indication that it might conclude its policy tightening cycle was met with optimism by investors.

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Asian stock markets kicked off the day with a positive note, opening in the green, while U.S. stocks faced losses for the third consecutive month. Oil prices made a marginal climb, and the price of gold dropped below $2,000 per ounce.

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The European Central Bank (ECB) made a significant move by raising its key interest rate to a record high of 4 per cent on Thursday. However, in light of the economic struggles faced by the euro zone, the ECB signalled that this rate hike, which marked the 10th increase in a 14-month battle against inflation, is likely to be its last.

European Central Bank raises interest rates to record high amid economic challenges

This is a move which will have a long term impact on the economy - the US Fed has raised its interest rates by 0.25% points to 5.5% and that is the highest interest levels in the last 22 years.

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Just ahead of a possible interest rate hike by the US fed, the world's largest economy has seen a two-year-high in consumer confidence. As per the conference board, a business research group, consumer confidence index rose to 117 in July from 110.1 in June. This was the highest since July 2021.

Consumer confidence at its highest since July 2021

Sales of new U.S. single-family homes surged to the highest level in nearly 1-1/2 years in May, benefiting from a dearth of previously owned homes available for sale.

US new home sales jump in May; median house price falls

United States Fed chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday said that lending rate hikes may continue in the future but at a slower pace. Powell made this statement while speaking at a Congressional hearing on financial services.

U.S. Fed chief Jerome Powell hints at future rate hikes

The US Federal Reserve paused its interest-rate hiking spree on Wednesday, avoiding what would have been an 11th consecutive increase. According to CNBC, the Fed was analysing the impact of the previous 10 increases on the economy, while leaving the rates unchanged at 5-5.

US Federal Reserve halts interest rate hike-spree after 10 increases in a row

The Federal Reserve has warned that the recent banking turmoil in the U.S. could trigger a credit crunch, posing a risk to the economy. According to the Fed's Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey, banks are anticipating stricter lending standards for the remaining part of 2023 due to worries about a recession and deposit outflows triggered by Silicon Valley Bank's failure.

Banks brace for impact: US Fed reveals potential strains from higher interest rates

Inflation in the U.S eased slightly in April but still remained elevated, media reports said on Wednesday. Moderating price pressures is good news for the US as that gives the Federal Reserve room to pause.

US inflation eases in April: Markets see only tiny possibility of June rate hike

A recent survey by the Federal Reserve shows the US economy is in bad shape. The Fed survey points to difficulties in getting loans as banks are tightening their lending standards.

US faces credit crunch amid bank turmoil

The US Federal Reserve raised its interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point for a 10th consecutive time on Wednesday (May 3), while indicating a pause in further increases.

US Federal Reserve announces quarter-point interest rate hike, signals potential pause

It's not inflation that the US Fed needs to worry about but also banks' contagion risks after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and Silvergate Capital due to illiquidity. WION tells you how Fed is walking tightrope between inflation and bank turmoil.

US Fed chair walk a tightrope this year?

Slaying elevated inflation and combating a financial crisis - that's the challenge keeping the US Federal Reserve and other central bankers on their toes. Both these issues are not new.

Analysis: Can the US Fed save banks and fight inflation at the same time?

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After India's budget, the market's focus shift to the US Federal Reserve's decision later today with mounting evidence of easing inflation. Watch this report to know more.

After India's budget, the markets focus shift to US Fed decision

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