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Breaking News: Majority of Officials Backed a 50 Basis Point Rate Cut in Fed Minutes

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Last updated: 2024/10/09 at 7:10 PM
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The Federal Reserve officials showed a broad consensus at the September meeting in favor of initiating a period of looser monetary policy with a 50 basis points rate cut. The minutes from the meeting also revealed that while some participants preferred a quarter-point cut, the majority supported the larger rate cut to align policy more closely with inflation and labor market indicators. It was emphasized that this initial step in policy adjustment should not be interpreted as a sign of a more negative economic outlook. Future rate cuts will depend on incoming data, and a gradual shift towards a more neutral policy stance is expected if the economy performs as anticipated.

The FOMC Minutes of the September 17-18 meeting, set to be released on Wednesday, will provide details of the decision to trim interest rates by 50 basis points. The US Dollar Index may face a correction lower with the news, but a bullish path is anticipated in the near future. The decision to cut rates in September was made after policymakers acknowledged progress towards the inflation goal, noting that job gains have slowed and the unemployment rate has slightly increased. Despite market expectations for a 25 basis points cut, Fed Chair Jerome Powell and others decided on the larger cut to align policy with economic indicators.

Jerome Powell clarified in a press conference following the rate cut that the decision was not based on concerns about economic progress, as the economy has shown solid growth, decreasing inflation, and a strong labor market. However, future decisions will be data-dependent, with a focus on employment data. The unexpectedly strong September Nonfarm Payrolls report, showing significant job gains and a decrease in the unemployment rate, reduced speculation of a further 50 points cut in November. Market players now anticipate a 25 basis points cut, with the USD facing persistent selling pressure.

The upcoming release of the FOMC Minutes may hint at future policy action, with policymakers potentially considering further interest rate cuts in November depending on macroeconomic data. While the document may have a limited impact given recent data releases, such as the strong employment report, upcoming economic indicators like the September Consumer Price Index will play a role in shaping future decisions. A more dovish tone in the Minutes could pressure the USD, while hawkish comments could support the currency. From a technical perspective, the US Dollar Index is currently bullish, but further gains may require breaking key resistance levels.

Overall, the FOMC Minutes offer insights into the Federal Reserve’s plans for interest rates and monetary policy. The upcoming release will shed light on the rationale behind the September rate cut and potential future actions. Market participants will closely analyze the Minutes for any hints of future rate adjustments and their potential impact on the US Dollar. Traders will continue to monitor economic indicators and data releases for further guidance on Fed policy decisions in the coming months.

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