#FOMCMeeting ⛔ Urgent warning: the market will experience strong fluctuations today and tomorrow (Especially for you #long #short )
📅 Time and content of the meeting
Meeting date: May 6–7, 2025
Decision announcement time: 2:00 AM on May 8 according to Hanoi time
Press conference by Chairman Jerome Powell: 2:30 AM on May 8 according to Hanoi time
📊 Economic outlook and interest rate decision
Current interest rate: 4.25%–4.50% (maintained since December 2024)
Recent economic data:
GDP in the previous quarter: Decreased by 0.3%
Employment: Added 177,000 jobs in April
Inflation: Core PCE index increased by 2.6% compared to the same period last year
Despite the decrease in GDP, the labor market remains stable. However, new tax policies from President Trump have raised concerns about the possibility of recession. The Fed is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at this meeting and may consider cutting rates by the end of the year, depending on further economic developments.
💬 Market reactions
Gold price: Increased to a two-week high, reaching $3,357.63/ounce, due to safe-haven demand and a weakened USD.
Bond market: Short-term bond yields decreased, reflecting market expectations of potential interest rate cuts in the future.
Stocks: The S&P 500 index fell after nine consecutive days of increases, as investors awaited signals from
🕵️♂️ Predictions from experts
Chairman #JeromePowell: Expected to maintain a cautious stance, emphasizing inflation control and labor market stability.
Market expectations: Some analysts predict the Fed may start cutting interest rates in July or December, depending on upcoming economic data.
