The past week proved a turbulent one for markets as traders battled with growth concerns in China and Europe alongside the prospect that the longer-run interest rate in the US is higher than it was pre-pandemic. While the week started in a choppy manner based on these dynamics, it actually ended on a quiet note despite commentary from prominent central bankers at the Fed’s annual Jackson Hole Symposium. The market focus next week is likely to return back to the economic data, with some marquee releases scheduled ahead of the next round of policy decisions.
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Authors:
Simon Harvey, Head of FX Analysis
Jay Zhao-Murray, FX Market Analyst
María Marcos, FX Market Analyst
Nick Rees, FX Market Analyst
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