Fed

The FOMC is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.50-3.75% and maintain the neutral stance. We won't get new projections at this meeting. The focus will be on Fed Chair Powell.

Giuseppe Dellamotta

28/01/2026 | 11:48 GMT

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Giuseppe Dellamotta

28/01/2026 | 11:48 GMT

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Central Banks

Central Banks

Trump may time Fed chair pick with 'on hold' January FOMC policy meeting

An early Fed chair nomination could heighten volatility by raising questions around policy independence and future rate direction, particularly if paired with a no-cut decision this week.

Eamonn Sheridan

28/01/2026 | 02:44 GMT

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Eamonn Sheridan

28/01/2026 | 02:44 GMT

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Central Banks

FOMC meeting this week set to be an uneventful one - Goldman Sachs

The firm expects the next rate cut to come in June this year

Justin Low

27/01/2026 | 08:35 GMT

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Justin Low

27/01/2026 | 08:35 GMT

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Central Banks

Central Banks

There's only one key question when it comes to the Fed meeting this week - Morgan Stanley

The Fed is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged, so it's all about the language in the statement and Powell's press conference

Justin Low

27/01/2026 | 05:12 GMT

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Justin Low

27/01/2026 | 05:12 GMT

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Central Banks

Central Banks

January FOMC preview: Fed seen on hold with little new guidance

With no policy change expected, market reaction is likely to hinge on Powell’s language around labour conditions and the neutral rate. Absent a shift in tone, the meeting should reinforce expectations for a prolonged hold.

Eamonn Sheridan

27/01/2026 | 03:25 GMT

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Eamonn Sheridan

27/01/2026 | 03:25 GMT

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Central Banks

Central Banks

What are the betting odds for various Federal Reserve chairman candidates

Rick Rieder is into the lead

Adam Button

26/01/2026 | 20:21 GMT

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Adam Button

26/01/2026 | 20:21 GMT

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