Are the markets waiting for the dollar’s next move? The precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium have seen modest movements the past week. The DOW has also seen similar tepid trading as it still has yet to regain the losses of a few weeks ago. The FOMC January meeting press release was published to the public and re-enforces the FED’s goal of more interest rate rises throughout 2018. As the dollar nears a crucial decision point all markets are awaiting its choice.
https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20180221a.htm
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