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Sep 2025
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1216 - FOMC Whipsaw: Fed Rate Cuts, Dot ...

AKIL STOKES
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The Fed delivered a dovish message this week, but markets didn’t buy it. In this episode, I break down the latest FOMC rate decision, the dot plot projections, and why traders saw massive whipsaw moves in the USD and stocks. Perfect for traders following interest rates, Fed policy, and market fundamentals.


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