Group 1 - The Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point cut in the federal funds rate target range to 4.00% to 4.25%, marking the first rate cut of 2025 and following three cuts in 2024 [1] - The Fed's forecast indicates a potential additional 50 basis points cut by the end of the year, with further cuts of 25 basis points each year for the next two years [1] - Concerns about the Fed's independence have been raised, particularly in light of the current economic conditions and potential labor market deterioration [1] Group 2 - The resumption of the Fed's rate-cutting cycle is expected to improve global liquidity conditions, although the impact will depend on the pace of rate cuts and the relative policies of other major central banks [3] - The narrowing of the interest rate differential between China and the U.S. may alleviate depreciation pressure on the RMB, but the domestic economic fundamentals will remain crucial for foreign capital flows [3] - The dollar index is anticipated to face downward pressure due to the Fed's rate cuts and a cooling U.S. economy, potentially leading to passive appreciation of the RMB [3]

新华财经纽约9月18日电美元指数18日上涨。 衡量美元对六种主要货币的美元指数当天上涨0.49%，在汇市尾市收于97.349。 1美元兑换147.95日元，高于前一交易日的146.72日元；1美元兑换0.7927瑞士法郎，高于前一交易日的 0.7886瑞士法郎；1美元兑换1.3807加元，高于前一交易日的1.3771加元；1美元兑换9.3655瑞典克朗，高 于前一交易日的9.2787瑞典克朗。 （文章来源：新华社） 截至纽约汇市尾市，1欧元兑换1.1779美元，低于前一交易日的1.1835美元；1英镑兑换1.3550美元，低 于前一交易日的1.3640美元。 ...

周四（9月18日）纽约尾盘，ICE美元指数上涨0.48%，报97.334点，全天绝大部分时间处于上涨状态， 北京时间17:42微跌至96.837点刷新日低——逼近9月17日（美联储宣布降息之后）所创2022年年初以来 新低96.218点，随后显著反弹，21:45涨至97.604点刷新日高。彭博美元指数涨0.42%，报1195.77点，日 内交投区间为1190.35-1197.39点。 来源：滚动播报 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve has initiated its first interest rate cut of the year, reducing rates by 25 basis points, and anticipates two more cuts within the year due to increasing employment risks [2][3][5]. Summary by Sections Interest Rate Decision - The Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate target range from 4.25%-4.5% to 4.00%-4.25%, marking the first rate cut in nine months [5][6]. - The decision was widely expected by investors, with a 96% probability of a 25 basis point cut predicted by futures markets prior to the announcement [5][6]. Employment and Economic Outlook - The Fed's statement highlighted a slowdown in job growth and a slight increase in the unemployment rate, indicating a shift in risk balance [5][6][11]. - The updated median GDP growth forecast for this year is 1.6%, slightly higher than previous estimates, while the unemployment rate is projected to reach 4.5% by year-end [14][16]. Inflation and Economic Risks - Inflation remains a concern, with the PCE inflation rate expected to rise to 2.7% year-on-year in August, and core PCE inflation at 2.9% [16][17]. - The Fed acknowledges a dual risk scenario where employment risks are increasing while inflation has not been fully controlled, complicating policy decisions [18][19]. Market Reactions and Predictions - Market analysts predict that the S&P 500 index could rise by 0.5%-1% following the rate cut, although there may be a 3-5% pullback before the end of the month [20]. - Historical data suggests that both stocks and bonds typically perform positively around the time of the first rate cut, with stocks showing a median increase of about 5% in the 50 days following a cut [20].

美联储降息标志着政策正式转向，这一举措对未来人民币对美元汇率有何影响？ 东方金诚首席宏观分析师王青对智通财经记者指出："市场对年底前美联储还可能有进一步较大幅度降 息的预期升温，美元显著下行。这给包括人民币在内的非美货币带来较强的被动升值动能。" 王青进一步补充："另外，近期国内股市保持强势，外资加速流入。这在带动结汇需求增加的同时，也 在改善汇市情绪。最后，近期人民币中间价继续在偏强方向调控。" 中辉期货首席经济学家高敏对智通财经记者表示，今年以来人民币不断走强背后有两个原因：一方面是 海外对中国资产重新评估，外资进入中国投资；另一方面美元表现相对疲软。"市场预期美联储未来继 续降息，美元走弱是大概率事件。在多重因素下，人民币汇率有望不断升值，预计年底或站上'7'的关 口。" 未来人民币将保持走强趋势 综合各类影响因素，王青判断短期内人民币还会处于偏强运行状态。"接下来要重点关注降息落地后的 美元走势。"他分析称，"往后看，伴随美联储恢复降息，以及特朗普政府关税政策对美国经济冲击逐步 显现，美元指数还将承受一定下行压力，包括人民币在内的主要非美元货币对美元汇价易涨难跌。" 市场对美联储的降息预期导致美元指数 ...

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve's "dot plot" indicates two more rate cuts of 25 basis points each this year, lowering the policy rate range to 4.00%-4.25%, which is more dovish than previous expectations, suggesting a relief from stagflation risks [1] - The latest economic forecast shows a year-end inflation rate median of 3%, above the 2% target but unchanged from the previous quarter; the unemployment rate is expected to remain stable at 4.5%, and economic growth is slightly increased from 1.4% to 1.6% [1] - The Federal Reserve is shifting its view on the temporary impact of Trump's tariffs on inflation, prioritizing the prevention of economic slowdown and rising unemployment, which provides a more favorable environment for non-yielding assets like gold [1] Group 2 - On the day of reporting, the Shanghai gold price fell by 1.78%, closing at 824.1 yuan per gram [3] - According to GF Futures, the market interpreted the Federal Reserve's rate decision as neutral, with the dollar index rebounding after a decline; since September, precious metal prices have rapidly surged and reached new highs, indicating overbought conditions [4] - The outlook suggests that with increasing risks in the U.S. job market, the Federal Reserve's policy path exhibits dual characteristics of "strengthened expectations and compromised independence," which continues to suppress the dollar index and U.S. Treasury yields [4]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint The foreign exchange market in August 2025 showed stable trading conditions, with a slight year-on-year decline in average daily trading volume. The US dollar index weakened, while the Chinese yuan accelerated its appreciation. The domestic foreign exchange differential turned positive, indicating strong selling pressure towards the end of the month. The options market reflected a rising short-term appreciation expectation for the yuan, and the narrowing of the US-China interest rate differential led to a significant increase in long-term swap points. Group 1: Foreign Exchange Market Performance - The average daily trading volume in the interbank foreign exchange market was $191.86 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 1.3% and a month-on-month decrease of 7.1% [2] - The average daily trading volume for the yuan was $136.03 billion, down 9.3% year-on-year and 7.7% month-on-month [2] Group 2: US Dollar and Yuan Exchange Rates - The US dollar index fell from around 100.25 to 98.72, closing at 97.7710, marking a 2.29% depreciation for the month [3] - The yuan's central parity rate appreciated significantly, reaching 7.1030 by the end of the month, the highest since November 2024, with an onshore yuan closing at 7.1330, appreciating 0.83% for the month [4] Group 3: Foreign Exchange Differential - The domestic foreign exchange differential shifted from negative to positive, with the average differential for the month at -28 basis points, and the maximum differential recorded at -97 basis points [5] - The onshore yuan appreciated by 1.02% against the offshore yuan by the end of the month [5] Group 4: Options Market Activity - The average daily trading volume in the yuan foreign exchange options market was $5.83 billion, down 22.5% month-on-month [6] - The implied volatility for the yuan showed signs of rising short-term appreciation expectations, with the 1-month ATM implied volatility rebounding to 2.86% by month-end [6] Group 5: Interest Rate Differentials and Swap Points - The 10-year US Treasury yield decreased to 4.23%, leading to a narrowing of the US-China interest rate differential to -239 basis points, a reduction of 32 basis points from the previous month [7] - The 1-year swap points rose significantly to -1583 basis points, marking a 232 basis point increase, the highest since March 2023 [8] Group 6: Dollar Liquidity and Interest Rates - The dollar liquidity remained loose, with the SOFR fluctuating around 4.34% throughout the month [9] - The domestic dollar borrowing rates showed a slight upward trend, with the overnight borrowing rate ending at 4.28% [10]

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve announced a 0.25 percentage point cut in the federal funds rate target range to 4%-4.25%, marking the first rate cut of the year and a resumption of the easing cycle since December of the previous year [1][2] - The decision to lower rates comes amid signs of slowing economic activity, with employment growth decelerating and a slight increase in the unemployment rate, although it remains low [2][3] - The Fed's statement removed previous language indicating that labor market conditions were solid, reflecting a shift in focus towards employment risks [2] Group 2 - Following the rate cut announcement, the U.S. dollar index fell to 96.22, the lowest level since February 2022, while gold prices surged, briefly exceeding $3,700 per ounce [1][7] - Market expectations suggest that the Fed may lower rates further, with predictions of two additional cuts in 2025 and a potential reduction to around 3% in the future [5][6] - Financial institutions anticipate further rate cuts in October and December, with some predicting a total reduction of 100 basis points by January [6] Group 3 - The Fed's decision has implications for global monetary policy, potentially opening up space for other central banks to ease their policies as well [6] - The announcement led to a mixed reaction in the U.S. stock market, with the Dow Jones index rising slightly while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices experienced declines [9] - The yield curve for U.S. Treasury bonds shifted downward following the rate cut, with expectations of positive excess returns for 10-year bonds [8]

Core Points - The Federal Reserve has decided to lower the federal funds rate target range by 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25%, marking the first rate cut since December 2024 [1] - Despite rising inflation rates, the Fed's decision was influenced by lower-than-expected job growth in recent months and a slowdown in economic activity [1] - The Fed predicts an additional 50 basis points cut by the end of the year and 25 basis points cuts annually for the next two years [1] - The Fed will continue to reduce its holdings of U.S. Treasuries, agency bonds, and agency mortgage-backed securities while maintaining the current pace of balance sheet reduction [1] - The Fed's decision led to a 0.13% decline in the U.S. dollar index, bringing it to 96.48 [1] Economic Outlook - The Fed forecasts a GDP growth rate of 1.6% for 2025, an increase from the previous estimate of 1.4% in June, with a long-term growth rate projected at 1.8% [1] Diverging Opinions - Newly appointed Fed Governor Stephen Milan was the only dissenting voice, advocating for a 50 basis points cut instead of 25 [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve has decided to lower the federal funds rate target range by 25 basis points to between 4.00% and 4.25%, marking the first rate cut since December 2024, in response to lower-than-expected job growth and economic uncertainty [3][5]. Group 1: Federal Reserve Actions - The Federal Reserve's decision to cut rates is influenced by rising inflation and a slowdown in job growth, with recent indicators showing a deceleration in economic activity [3]. - The Fed's forecast indicates an additional 50 basis points cut by the end of the year, with further cuts of 25 basis points each year for the next two years [5]. - The Federal Reserve will continue to reduce its holdings of U.S. Treasuries, agency debt, and agency mortgage-backed securities while maintaining the current pace of balance sheet reduction [5]. Group 2: Economic Projections - The Federal Reserve projects a GDP growth rate of 1.6% for 2025, an increase from the previous forecast of 1.4%, with a long-term growth rate expectation of 1.8% [6]. Group 3: Market Reactions - Following the Fed's decision, the U.S. dollar index fell by 0.13% to 96.48 [7].