Markets reacted calmly to the July 9 FOMC minutes.
The Fed’s divided tone and data-dependent approach reassured markets.
Investors anticipate slow, careful policy shifts driven by inflation and trade data.
🪙 Dollar & Yields:
Dollar weakened slightly
Bond yields fell as July rate cut odds dropped
📈 Gold:
Rose modestly due to lower yields
📊 Stocks:
S&P 500 and Nasdaq gained
Investors welcomed the Fed’s cautious stance
📅 Rate Expectations:
Markets now expect a rate cut in September
Over 75% odds priced in