TD Securities Forecasts Dollar Weakness and December Fed Rate Hike

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TD Securities expects the U.S. dollar to surrender some of its recent rally by year-end, with a weaker October jobs result potentially accelerating the pullback. The bank forecasts 40,000 nonfarm jobs added in October, a figure below consensus. Furthermore, TD Securities forecasts that the Federal Reserve will raise rates in December, citing persistent inflation risks and firm economic activity.

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Why it matters

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The bank's view, which aligns with options-market positioning, suggests a potential shift in currency valuation. The forecast for a December rate hike is based on TD Securities' evaluation of the current economic environment and inflation risks.

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Who's involved

Td SecuritiesGenerated the forecasts regarding dollar movement and rate hikes.
Bureau of Labor StatisticsProvided the payroll and economic information used by TD Securities.
FEDThe central bank whose policy actions are being forecasted by TD Securities.

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Possible knock-on effects

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FEDSpeculative
The Federal Reserve might adjust its monetary policy based on the forecast of persistent inflation risks.
Federal Open Market CommitteeSpeculative
The Federal Open Market Committee might adjust its expectations for future interest rate decisions.

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