The bond markets were strengthened in the light of the crucial decision of the Federal Reserve on Interest ratesAs the sharp fall in oil prices tempered fears of a new wave of inflationary pressures.

The yields of Australia and Japan's 10-year government bonds retreated by about five basis points, while respective American Treasures remained close to the lowest levels of the last month. In Asian markets the shares moved without a clear direction, after a three-day upturn, while the future fulfillment contracts of S&P 500 recorded small profits.

This picture followed the correction of American technological stock on Tuesday, with semiconductor companies under pressure and Nasdaq 100 retreating by nearly 2%.

Oil near low quarter

Brent negotiated under $80 a barrel, remaining close to the lower levels of the last three months.

Prices have declined by about 15% in the last four meetings, recording the biggest dropout streak of 2026. The move is attributed to expectations that the US-Iran deal to reopen the Straits of Hormuz will lead to a significant increase in global oil supply.

The price drop has forced investors to reassess the prospects of interest rates internationally, while the Fed first meets under Kevin Wars' new leadership.

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