January flashlight for the FOMC blackout period
Executive Summary The January 26-27 meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is now elevendays away, and we...
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is a branch of the U.S. Federal Reserve System that regulates the monetary policy of the country and oversee the open market operations. The Fed, as it is colloquially known, determines the federal funds rate, and in turn, directly influences foreign exchange rates, inflation, employment, and overall economic output. Announcements from the FOMC are high-impact news on the markets that financial traders need be informed of and prepare.
