What to Watch at the Federal Reserve’s March Meeting

The U.S. central bank is widely expected to hold interest rates steady as officials assess the economic fallout from the war with Iran.

By Colby Smith

The Fed's $200 Billion Bank Stimulus Poses a Big Risk - Bloomberg.com

The Fed's $200 Billion Bank Stimulus Poses a Big Risk  Bloomberg.com

Yen Mixed, But Hit to Japan’s Trade Balance Amid Rising Oil Prices Could Weigh - WSJ

Yen Mixed, But Hit to Japan’s Trade Balance Amid Rising Oil Prices Could Weigh  WSJ

Iran war reawakens global inflation fears

The Federal Reserve, ECB and Bank of England will this week deliver their first formal verdicts on the threat posed by the conflict

Treasury yields move lower as attention turns to Fed rates decision

3 signals that reveal if the Iran oil shock is just a blip — or the new normal

Beyond the $100 barrel, there are “second-round” effects that can hit your portfolio.

By Felix Vezina-Poirier

Fed meeting live updates: Federal Reserve expected to hold rates steady, offer updated outlook amid Iran war

Gold, silver may see more corrective moves this week as Iran conflict drive volatility

Gold and silver prices are poised for continued volatility this week, influenced by Middle East conflict developments and key central bank policy announcements. Investors are closely watching for geopolitical shifts and forward guidance from the Fed, ECB, BoE, and PBOC. Despite recent price dips, analysts maintain that long-term allocation to bullion remains favoured due to its safe-haven and hedging properties.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

Stock index futures rise as oil slips; eyes on Fed's rate decision

Morgan Stanley Sticks With June Rate Cut Call as Oil Surges

Morgan Stanley is sticking with a forecast that sees the Federal Reserve resuming interest rates cuts in June and delivering another reduction in September, even as soaring oil prices prompt traders to curb bets for how much policymakers will lower borrowing costs this year.

By Michael MacKenzie