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Nikkei futures remained subdued ahead of the Bank of Japan’s decision, amidst ongoing observations concerning SoftBank and its significant U.S. investment plans. Meanwhile, the yen's continued depreciation raised questions about its trajectory, with analysts discussing whether it might reach levels of 170 or 140 against the dollar.
The Federal Reserve and Future Interest Rate Cuts
Bill Dudley, a prominent voice in economic analysis, envisions a continued trajectory of rate cuts by the Fed into 2025, contingent on the economy's resilience and inflation trends. Future monetary policies will depend on the Fed's evolving stance and adjustments to neutral interest rate projections.