From ANZ's take on the FOMC statement today
ANZ's commentary is detailed, this is just a snippet:
- The statement implied that the recent positive risk environment should continue.
- If the economy holds up or accelerates, that plays into the hands of gradual rate rises and strength in the dollar, especially against the backdrop of anticipated easing overseas.
- For risk assets, confirmation that rate increases will be gradual should continue to prove supportive.
So, I'm taking that as supportive for the AUD (among others).