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June 17, 2026

Nordic Alert

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Nordic Alert highlights the anticipation of a US-Iran ceasefire agreement alongside upcoming interest rate decisions from the Fed and Riksbank. Markets show signs of correction as traders wait for policy shifts and geopolitical resolution.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Markets are balancing expectations for a US-Iran ceasefire agreement with the upcoming Federal Reserve policy announcement.
  • 2.The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates unchanged but signal a shift in bias, suggesting hikes are as likely as reductions.
  • 3.The Riksbank is expected to keep rates on hold while potentially indicating a higher probability for future hikes.

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  • Nordic key stories
  • Today's key events
  • Market data

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Authors

Marcus Widén

Securities

Brent Crude Oil

Themes

Geopolitical CeasefireCentral Bank Hawkishness

Regions

GlobalAsia PacificEuropeUnited StatesIranSweden