RBA Gov Lowe Speaks AUD: As head of the central bank, which controls short term interest rates, he has more influence over the nation’s currency value than any other person. Traders scrutinize his public engagements as they are often used to drop subtle clues regarding future monetary policy.
ECB President Lagarde Speaks EUR: As head of the ECB, which controls short term interest rates, she has more influence over the euro’s value than any other person. Her speeches are important for traders and they follow her to get key points regarding the future interest rates of the Eurozone.
FOMC Member Bullard Speaks USD: Federal Reserve FOMC members vote on where to set the nation’s key interest rates and their public engagements are often used to drop subtle clues regarding future monetary policy.
