Greetings everyone

The day of reckoning has finally arrived as we wait on the FOMC later but there's plenty going on before we here from Yellen & Co at 18.00 GMT

This morning we have the SNB interest rate decision, even though widely expected to leave rates on hold, then UK retail sales

The US session bring us US housing starts, building permits, initial jobless claims and current account, all of which will be keenly observed by the FOMC

Another lively day ahead and I wish you a good session as always

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