Markets calm but nervous as debt ceiling and Fed drama drag on

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Dollar slows advance ahead of key Fed decision

Send us Fan MailFed expected to hike, spotlight to fall on dots and guidance. Warsh faces independence test amid Trump’s calls for low rates. BoE and BoJ decisions take center stage on Thursday and Friday. Wall Street slips ahead of Fed outcome, gold traders also on edge.Risk War ...  Show more

Dollar holds firm as oil rally fuels Fed rate expectations

Send us Fan MailOil prices hold above $100, mostly ignoring Trump’s comments. Fed ratehike expectations increase, raising chances of disappointment tomorrow.Dollar rally lingers as risk appetite weakens; gold slide persists. Key Senatevote on the Clarity Act later today.Risk Warn ...  Show more

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