The Fed will reveal its rate decision in just 40 minutes ⏰
But if you're serious about market direction, you need to know how the Fed actually moves the markets and how to track it in real time.
Here’s a quick breakdown 👇
📌 1. The Rate Decision:
A hike = bearish 📉
A pause or cut = bullish 📈
But that’s just the start…
📌 2. Powell’s Language:
Hawkish tone = fear in markets
Dovish tone = risk-on rally
📌 3. Real-Time Trackers:
Watch the bond yields
Follow the DXY (Dollar Index)
Check S&P Futures for instant sentiment
Use tools like FedWatch & Twitter macro accounts for live updates
💡 The market often moves more on the speech than the actual rate.
So, stay sharp. What happens after 2:30 PM ET could define the next big trend.