The Federal Reserve Held the Overnight Rate to a Range of 5.25% to 5.50% and Signaled Rates Will Go Lower Next Year… The all-important “dot plot” showed the consensus for the overnight rate at the end ...
Week In Review – November 27 2023
Federal Reserve Released Minutes From Latest Meeting… Central bankers emphasized caution and holding rates higher for longer than in the past. What it means— Nothing; it means nothing. The minutes ...
Week In Review – November 14 2023
Last Week’s Positive Momentum Based on the Treasury Issuance Announcement Carried Over to This Week… The changes drove hedge funds and institutions from net short to net long, pushing yields down and ...
Week In Review – October 24 2023
Eleven Central Bankers Spoke This Week… And one more will speak today. The onslaught of Fed presidents and governors give investors more views to consider, as the next Federal Reserve Monetary Policy ...
Week In Review – October 16 2023
Hamas Invades Israel, Slaughters Civilians, and Takes Hostages… So far, the Israeli government has reported more than 1,200 dead, 2,000 wounded, and 100 hostages. What it means— There’s a lot to ...