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In the early hours of tonight, the Federal Reserve will announce its latest interest rate decision. While the probability of a rate cut is extremely low, the key focus for global investors will be how strongly the Federal Reserve's monetary policy statement signals a future willingness to cut rates, as this will be a major determinant of investor sentiment. The Federal Reserve’s decisions impact not only bank investments but also currency exchange rates, gold, crude oil, and other commodities, which are of significant interest to investors. Many questions about U.S. monetary policy arise frequently, but due to the complexity of the subject, it cannot be fully addressed in a single discussion. Recent conversations have revealed that the primary concern for many investors remains stock selection. A large number of investors hold junk stocks or warrant investments, which, even if they offer no returns, tie up funds. However, most junk stocks and warrants typically lead to the comple...

Good evening everyone, it's time for the late trading review. Let's first focus on the international perspective. Nomi Prins, a former senior fellow at the Demos think tank, highlighted growing concerns about the Federal Reserve's ability to manage inflation effectively. She stated, "The Fed cannot control inflation, whether it's above 2%, slightly below 2%, or at 3% or 4%. The Fed cannot actually influence supply and demand, geopolitical events, or other external factors driving inflation." This perspective underscores the increasing skepticism among economists regarding the effectiveness of the Fed's current strategy in managing inflation amidst complex global factors. The Federal Reserve remains far from "easing monetary policy." Despite the fact that price pressures have eased from near double-digit highs in several advanced economies over recent years, numerous households and businesses continue to experience significant financial str...