U.S. Dollar Holds Rows, But Eyes the Fed Like a Cat on a New Mouse Trick
Market Snapshot
- The greenback did what most traders expect: stayed snug, not sprinting or stalling.
- Everyone tense as the Fed’s bell rings in the afternoon—could be a chill or a shake-up.
What the Fed Might Say
High Expectation: Most phrases hint at keeping rates on the floor. But whispers are growing that a July “slip‑saw” might lower rates in September.
Governor Show‑down: Chris Waller and Michelle Bowman are the festooned storytellers for a looser policy. If they rattle the board, a tone shift could tip the whole market.
Bond Market’s Pop Quiz
In the interest rate family, someone telling us to buckle up or loosen the seat belts causes the bond yield dance. A softer Fed whisper might drop yields—think of it as the hum of a calm evening.
Trade Talks: A Middle‑Earth Twist
After a min‑worrying Stockholm meeting, U.S. and China said “Let’s keep the truce, maybe for 90 more days.” Treasury Secretary Bessent called it “constructive,” but added a spoiler: President Trump’s thumbs‑up is still required to make it official.
If the truce snaps back, it’s like dropping the Wi‑Fi on a busy day—trade frictions rise, the dollar might drop a notch.
Coming Soon: Data Bytes
The U.S. bars are set to drop fresh numbers on:
- GDP – headlining the country’s muscle.
- Non‑farm payrolls – the heartbeat of employment.
These figures could feed the Fed’s next brew, deciding whether to keep the pot simmering or stir a quick splash.
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