Fed speakers to have little impact on USD - ING

According to analysts at ING, two weeks away from the FOMC meeting, markets appear still undecided about the magnitude of the upcoming easing move.

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“Fed Funds futures are showing implied probabilities split 65%/35% in favour of a 25bp cut versus a 50bp cut. The Beige Book report, released yesterday, hinted at trade-related concerns for the US economy.”

“Trade tensions have been the major driver of rate expectations recently after comments by President Trump raised fears of a possible re-escalation. The crowded agenda of Fed speakers thus far in the week appears to have had only a limited impact and we do not expect today’s remarks by Fed members Raphael Bostic and John Williams to prompt much reaction in the market. Elsewhere, a quiet data schedule should reduce pressure on the US dollar.”