Swiss National Bank Set to Release Key Monetary Policy Signals
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) is scheduled to release its quarterly Monetary Policy Assessment, policy rate decision, and hold the accompanying press conference.
US Core PCE Could Hold Surprises for the Dollar
The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) is set to release the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report, focusing on the inflation-adjusted prices of goods and services purchased by consumers, excluding volatile categories like food and energy.
Rising U.S. Wages: Will the Dollar Dominate in Forex This September?
The U.S. job market is back in the spotlight—this time with a focus on wages, not just jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is about to release its latest report on labor costs, officially called the Employment Cost Index (ECI). This number tracks how much businesses are paying their workers, and for Forex traders, it’s a powerful clue about inflation, interest rates, and the strength of the U.S. Dollar (USD).
Understanding Neutral Policy: What Waller Means by Moving Interest Rates Toward Neutral
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller recently signaled that U.S. monetary policy is moving toward a neutral stance. But what does that really mean, and why should Forex traders—even beginners—pay attention?