10.12.2025 08:55
The markets are focused on the critical interest rate decision that the U.S. Federal Reserve will announce tonight at 10:00 PM GMT. While economists expect the Fed to cut rates by 25 basis points for the third consecutive time, both the interest rate decision and the press conference by Fed Chairman Jerome Powell will significantly influence market pricing.
As tensions rise in the markets, all eyes are on the critical interest rate decision that the U.S. Federal Reserve (FED) will announce tonight at 22:00 Turkish time.
25 BASIS POINTS CUT EXPECTED
Market expectations indicate that the FED will implement a 25 basis points interest rate cut for the third consecutive time. If this scenario materializes, the FED will start 2025 at a rate of 4.50% and finish the year with an interest rate of 3.75%.
POWELL'S MESSAGES WILL ALSO BE CLOSELY MONITORED
In addition to the interest rate decision, the messages delivered by FED Chairman Jerome Powell during the press conference at 22:30 Turkish time will be closely watched by financial circles. Recently, expectations have increased that Powell may adopt a more cautious and prudent tone.
WILL SIGNIFICANTLY GUIDE MARKET PRICING
The FED will also announce updated macroeconomic projections at its final meeting of the year. Particularly, any revisions to the forecasts for 2026 will provide important clues about the bank's medium-term policy roadmap. Analysts state that both the updates in economic forecasts and Powell's assessments will significantly guide market pricing for the remainder of the year.
GOLD PRICES REMAIN STABLE AHEAD OF FED DECISION
Gold prices slightly decreased on Wednesday ahead of the anticipated interest rate cut decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed), while silver continued to gain strength above record levels. Spot gold rose to $4,207 per ounce with a 0.1% decline, while U.S. gold futures increased by 0.2% to $4,244.70.
HOW MUCH IS GRAM GOLD?
Following the developments in the gold market, gram gold started the new day at 5,760 lira, down 0.1%.
SILVER'S RECORD SERIES CONTINUES
Spot silver rose by 0.6% to $61.06 per ounce and reached an all-time high of $61.46 during the session. After surpassing the $60 threshold yesterday, silver continued its rally supported by declining stocks and strong industrial demand.