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2025

Dec15

Williams Says Fed Rate Cuts Aim to Balance Job and Inflation Dual Mandate

Federal Reserve official Williams has stated that the central bank's approach to interest rate cuts is designed to balance its dual mandate of employment and inflation.

Fed Official Explains Treasury Purchases Are Not QE

Fed Governor Milan stated that the Fed's continued Treasury purchases are not quantitative easing (QE) and will continue to shift some risks to the private market.

Fed Governor Milan says faster rate cuts will bring Fed closer to neutral rate

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran stated that a quicker pace of interest rate cuts would bring the Federal Reserve closer to a neutral rate.

Fed Announces Rate Cuts and Resumes QE

The Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point rate cut, lowering the target range to 3.50%-3.75%, and restarted balance sheet expansion with a $40 billion short-term Treasury purchase program. This move aims to counteract employment slowdown risks and has led to a market rally, with the Dow Jones and Russell 2000 indices rising.

Key Central Bank Officials to Hold Meetings on Economic Issues

Central bank officials from major economies, including the Federal Reserve, ECB, Bank of Canada, and Bank of Japan, are meeting to discuss key economic topics such as inflation, monetary policy decisions, and economic outlooks.

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Dec13

CME Forecasts Future Fed Rate Cuts Probability

According to CME's FedWatch, the probability of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Fed in January 2026 is 24.4%, with a 75.69% chance of rates remaining unchanged. By March 2026, the probability of a cumulative 25 basis point cut is 41.4%, with a 50.5% chance of no change, and an 8.1% chance of a 50 basis point cut.

Fed cuts interest rate by 25bps，利好 crypto market

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, which is expected to benefit the cryptocurrency market, including Bitcoin. Historically, rate cuts lead to easier monetary conditions and increased liquidity, driving investors towards higher-risk assets like crypto. However, reactions can be mixed, with initial volatility and varied short-term responses before a clear trend emerges.

12/13/2025 09:13

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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust BTC - ETF

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12/13/2025 09:13

Dec11

Weak US Employment Data Pushes EUR/USD to Nine-Week High

EUR/USD reached a nine-week high at 1.1748 due to weak US job data and the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut. Initial Jobless Claims rose to 236,000, exceeding forecasts, indicating labor market cooling. The US Dollar Index fell to 98.25, its lowest since October 17, as softer labor data and Fed's cautious policy weighed on Dollar sentiment.

Fed Cuts Rates, Hong Kong Banks Maintain Prime Rates

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25%, but major Hong Kong banks, including HSBC, Bank of China Hong Kong, and Standard Chartered, kept their prime rates unchanged at 5% or above.

5 sourcesoutlets including 香港无线新闻

12/11/2025 12:59

Fed cuts interest rates and buys short-term Treasury bonds, Hong Kong Bank stocks rise

The Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% rate cut and plans to purchase $40 billion in short-term Treasury bonds monthly to ease short-term market pressures. This move has positively impacted international bank stocks, with HSBC rising 3% and Standard Chartered up 1.9%.

1 sources

12/11/2025 09:49

Fed cuts benchmark rate to 3.50%-3.75% range

The Federal Reserve has lowered the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.50%-3.75%, marking the third consecutive rate cut this year, totaling a 75 basis point reduction.

6 sources

12/11/2025 09:27

Dec10

Fed Cuts Rates for Third Time in a Row

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points, marking the third consecutive cut, aligning with market expectations. This decision reflects a shift from inflation concerns to risk management amid economic uncertainties.

6 sources

12/11/2025 07:51

US Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates by 0.25% and Launches Treasury Bill Purchase Program

The U.S. Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% rate cut, lowering the federal funds rate to 3.5-3.75%, and initiated a $40 billion Treasury purchase plan to inject liquidity into the market.

12/11/2025 05:48

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2 sourcesoutlets including InfoCast

12/11/2025 05:48

JD Increases Hong Kong Real Estate Holdings, Fed Policy Shifts Stir Market Volatility

JD.com has invested HKD 3.5 billion in Hong Kong real estate, reflecting its long-term confidence in the market. Concurrently, the Federal Reserve has adjusted its policy by halting balance sheet reduction and planning to purchase USD 40 billion in short-term bonds monthly, while lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.5%-3.75%.

2 sources

12/11/2025 04:47

Fed cuts benchmark rate by 25bps for third time this year

The Federal Reserve announced its third rate cut of the year, lowering the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.5% to 3.75%. This decision was supported by nine members, with three opposing, highlighting internal divisions. The move aims to stabilize the labor market and control inflation, amidst mixed economic signals.

3 sources

12/11/2025 04:00

Fed FOMC to Purchase $40 Billion in Treasury Bills

The Federal Reserve's FOMC announced it will purchase $40 billion in Treasury bills over the next 30 days to manage market liquidity and support financial system reserves, starting December 12.

Fed Releases GDP Projections for 2025-2028

The Federal Reserve has released its GDP growth forecasts for 2025-2028, with expected growth rates of 1.7%, 2.3%, 2.0%, and 1.9% respectively.

12/11/2025 03:10

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4 sourcesoutlets including 券商中国

12/11/2025 03:10

Fed's Probability of Pausing Rate Cut in January Increases to 78%

The probability of the Federal Reserve pausing rate cuts at its January meeting has increased to 78%, up from 70% before the FOMC decision.

Fed to Begin Buying Treasuries on December 12

The Federal Reserve announced that it will start purchasing Treasury bills from December 12, 2025, to manage market liquidity. This move was unexpected as the market anticipated the purchases to begin in January 2026.

US FOMC Announces Interest Rate Decision at 3.5%

The FOMC announced a 25bps rate cut, lowering the federal funds rate to a range of 3.5% to 3.75%, with a 9-3 vote. This decision reflects concerns over economic conditions, including rising unemployment and inflation risks.