Reading the Market

Central bank decisions, in plain English

Central banks are the single biggest driver of FX. Understanding what they're doing — and what they're signalling about the future — is more valuable than any indicator.

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Rate decision

The headline number. Usually already priced in unless it's a surprise.

Statement

The wording changes matter. Traders parse every adjective for shifts in tone.

Press conference

Often more market-moving than the decision itself. The Q&A can reveal the committee's actual worry list.

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