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Wall Street waiting for the Fed
These days, the atmosphere on Wall Street is marked by a palpable expectation. Investors are eagerly awaiting the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates, scheduled for 20 p.m. Italian time. This expectation is amplified by forecasts that indicate a possible further cut in rates, the third in a row, by 25 basis points. This scenario follows a first significant cut of half a percentage point, which has already had a significant impact on the markets.
Movements in the main indices
At the opening of trading, the Dow Jones showed an increase of 47.47 points, equivalent to +0.11%. However, the S&P 500 registered a slight decline of 1.99 points, or -0.03%. On the other hand, Nasdaq gained 10.77 points, an increase of +0.05%. These movements highlight the uncertainty of investors, who are moving cautiously waiting for clearer guidance from the Fed
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The oil market and its implications
Another factor that is attracting the attention of investors is the trend in the price of WTI oil at Nymex, which registered an increase of 0.93%, reaching 70.73 dollars per barrel. This increase not only reflects the dynamics of the energy market, but also adds an additional element of interest for investors, who must consider how changes in commodity prices may influence Fed decisions and, consequently, financial markets.
Evolving investment strategies
In a context of economic uncertainty, the “Money-In” strategy has begun to find growing interest among Italian institutional investors. Ten months after its launch, this strategy is establishing itself as an attractive option for those looking to navigate a volatile market. Investors are looking for ways to optimize their portfolios, and a focus on the Fed could further influence their choices
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