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<p>The upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve meeting is a key focus for financial markets, with speculation on a potential rate cut. Other central banks, including those in Canada, Switzerland, Australia, and Turkey, are also meeting. China's economic struggles continue, with trade and inflation data due. The Swiss National Bank is expected to keep rates at 0%, while Turkey's central bank is likely to cut rates. Despite recent market volatility, optimism remains for 2026, with bullish bets on equities, particularly in the tech-driven U.S. market.</p>

- The upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve meeting is generating speculation about a potential third rate cut, with mixed opinions among policymakers and uncertainty surrounding economic data.  
- Meanwhile, China's economic struggles continue, with expectations for more stimulus as trade and inflation data are anticipated, while Australia's central bank is likely to maintain current rates.  
- In Europe, the Swiss National Bank is expected to keep rates at 0%, and Turkey's central bank is anticipated to cut rates amid high inflation, with Brazil's central bank holding steady at elevated rates.

Reuters

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