Why guidance matters
Markets price the future. A small shift in central-bank language can change expectations for rates, currencies and the cost of capital before policy itself changes.
The data behind the decision
Inflation, wages, employment and credit conditions form a connected picture. One data release rarely settles the outlook on its own.
What to watch next
Focus on the direction of core inflation, labour demand and financial conditions, then compare new evidence with what markets already expect.
Editorial note
This article is for information only. Consider your own circumstances and risk before making a financial decision.