Take Five: Hurry Up!

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Reuters

Updated: Sep 19 2025

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Source: Reuters

U.S. Economic Outlook: The U.S. Federal Reserve has recently cut rates for the first time since December, with upcoming data on housing, consumer sentiment, and inflation expected to influence further rate decisions and the dollar's performance.
Swiss National Bank Meeting: The Swiss National Bank is anticipated to maintain its benchmark rate at 0%, despite a strong Swiss franc and rising inflation, which may provide some flexibility for future monetary policy.
Global Economic Assessments: Various economies, including the Eurozone and the UK, are set to release PMI data that could indicate improvements in manufacturing and services, aligning with the European Central Bank's optimistic outlook.
UN General Assembly Context: World leaders are convening at the UN General Assembly amid significant geopolitical tensions, with discussions expected to focus on issues such as the Israel-Palestine conflict, the war in Ukraine, and Iran's nuclear program.

About the author

Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.