Market Insights with Gary Thomson: FOMC Minutes & Powell’s Speech, Canada Jobs, RBNZ Rate Decision

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In this video, we’ll explore the key economic events and market trends, shaping the financial landscape. Get ready for expert insights into financial markets to help you navigate the week ahead. Let’s dive in!

In this episode of Market Insights, Gary Thomson unpacks the strategic implications of the week’s most critical events driving global markets.

👉 Key topics covered in this episode:

  • FOMC Minutes and Fed Powell’s Comments

With the Fed minutes and Powell’s speech ahead, traders are eyeing clues on growth, inflation, and future cuts after September’s 25 bp move. Markets could swing on the smallest shift in tone. Will Powell double down on easing or signal caution?

  • Canada’s Unemployment Rate

Canada’s jobs data on 10 October could be a market mover, especially with a BoC rate cut expected later this month. August’s surprise rise in unemployment hit the loonie hard, and another shock could spark volatility in CAD pairs. Will Canada’s labour market deliver another downside surprise for the loonie?

  • RBNZ Interest Rate Decision

All eyes are on the RBNZ’s policy call on 8 October. After August’s cut, markets widely expect another 25 bps move — though some see a bigger 50 bps slash. Either way, the kiwi could be in for more volatility. Will the RBNZ stick to a steady 25-point cut, or surprise with a bolder move?

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