How the Federal Reserve Moves Markets
The Federal Reserve sets US monetary policy: interest rates and money supply. FOMC meetings 8 times per year produce some of the largest market moves of any scheduled event. The Fed's dual mandate (price stability + maximum employment) creates tension that shapes policy. Understanding Fed signals is critical for any active trader.
The Federal Reserve sets US monetary policy: interest rates and money supply. FOMC meetings 8 times per year produce some of the largest market moves of any scheduled event. The Fed's dual mandate (price stability + maximum employment) creates tension that shapes policy. Understanding Fed signals is critical for any active trader.
FOMC meeting schedule
This section covers fomc meeting schedule. For the practical framework, see our Macro Analysis hub and our blog for related analyses. Read on for context-specific guidance.
How to read the dot plot
This section covers how to read the dot plot. For the practical framework, see our Macro Analysis hub and our blog for related analyses. Read on for context-specific guidance.
Powell press conferences
This section covers powell press conferences. For the practical framework, see our Macro Analysis hub and our blog for related analyses. Read on for context-specific guidance.
Quantitative easing/tightening
This section covers quantitative easing/tightening. For the practical framework, see our Macro Analysis hub and our blog for related analyses. Read on for context-specific guidance.